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Gascoyne Lake is a 187-acre recreational lake in Bowman County, North Dakota, offering a boat ramp for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The lake has a maximum depth of 9 feet, making it suitable for shallow-draft vessels and paddlecraft. This access point provides entry to a smaller, manageable water body ideal for paddlers seeking a low-key paddling experience.
**Planning Your Visit:** Be aware that spring and summer months typically involve boat ramp maintenance and construction work, which may periodically affect ramp usability. Check the North Dakota Game and Fish Department's Where to Fish page or fishing news section before your visit for current closure notices. The lake supports populations of walleye, northern pike, white bass, and smallmouth bass, making it popular with anglers as well as paddlers.
**Nearby Alternatives:** If Gascoyne Lake is unavailable or you're seeking a larger paddling destination, Bowman-Haley Lake lies about 11-12 miles south of Gascoyne, offering 17 miles of scenic shoreline and a 1,740-acre surface area for more extensive water-based recreation.