Lizard Lake

Lizard Lake, located 2 miles west of Gilmore City in Pocahontas County, offers a well-developed public access point for kayakers, canoeists, and boaters. The site features a hard surface boat ramp alongside an accessible fishing pier, making it suitable for launching small to medium-sized watercraft. The 275-acre lake has a shallow bottom and wetland environment, ideal for paddlers seeking a calm-water paddling experience.

The access area is part of a larger recreational facility with excellent amenities for day trips or extended stays. Boaters will find a modern shower house, picnic areas, a beach area, and accessible facilities. The site offers a 5-site campground with electric and water hookups for those planning overnight trips, plus a septic dump station for RVs. Note that this is a shallow-bottom lake, which may have seasonal water level variations, so paddlers should verify current conditions before launching.