Lake trip · Sac County, Iowa
Where to stay at Black Hawk Lake
Black Hawk Lake covers 920 acres in Sac County and carries a water-quality grade of F (Very Poor). Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below, then check the water before you book. Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near Black Hawk Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Black Hawk Lake in Sac County, Iowa — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Black Hawk Lake grades F for water quality — Very Poor. Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. Water clarity is about 0.9 ft of visibility. Algae (chlorophyll-a) measures 54.1 µg/L.
Best time to visit
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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About Black Hawk Lake
Camping & RV near Black Hawk Lake
Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Black Hawk Lake on Recreation.gov, then compare cabins, resorts, and rentals on the map above.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Black Hawk Lake in Sac County, Iowa are on the map above with live availability and nightly prices. Waterfront rentals put you on the dock; lodging in the nearest town is usually cheaper with more choice.
Black Hawk Lake has a LakeQuality water-quality grade of F (Very Poor). Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. Always check local health-department advisories before swimming.
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)
Free trip-planning guide for Black Hawk Lake: how to pick a clean lake, the water-quality signals that matter, best swimming and fishing windows, and where to stay.
Lodging availability and prices are provided by Stay22 and its booking partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia); LakeQuality may earn a commission from bookings at no extra cost to you. Water-quality grades are independent of lodging listings. Always check current health-department advisories and managing-agency conditions before you travel.