Beaver Park
About
70-Acre Lakeside Park With Tennis Center and Fishing Pond
Beaver Park is a 70-acre Lafayette community park anchored by the city's tennis center plus baseball diamonds, picnic pavilion, fishing pond with boat ramp, and a playground. Across Fisher Rd from Vermilionville for a combined family-day stop.
What Kids Can Do
Fishing pond stocked with bluegill, catfish, and bass - boat ramp for kayaks/canoes. Tennis Center hosts youth programs and lessons. Multiple baseball diamonds host city leagues. Playground for younger kids. Walking trail loops the park (0.5 miles). Picnic pavilion with grills bookable for parties [marked: pond fishing free with LDWF license - kids under 16 don't need a license].
What's Included
Free day-use of playground, courts, pond, trails, and pavilion (reservable). Tennis lessons and camp programs through Lafayette Parks.
Experience
Plan 1-3 hours. Almost entirely outdoor - bring water, sun protection, fishing gear. Stroller-friendly main paths. Free on-site parking. Pairs well with Vermilionville visit just across Fisher Rd.