Pug Hole Lake Wayside Park offers easy access to a scenic lake along the Edge of the Wilderness Scenic Byway, featuring a boat landing, parking area, and small dock. The entrance appears modest from the highway but is accessible by standard vehicles.

The location is notable for its beautiful fall colors and serves as a convenient stopping point along Highway 38 between mile 13-14, though visitors should exercise caution when exiting onto the highway due to fast-moving traffic on the curves.