Lake trip · Shelby County, Iowa
Where to stay at Prairie Rose Lake
Prairie Rose Lake covers 200 acres in Shelby 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 Prairie Rose Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Prairie Rose Lake in Shelby County, Iowa — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Prairie Rose Lake grades F for water quality — Very Poor. Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. Water clarity is about 1.6 ft of visibility. Algae (chlorophyll-a) measures 73.6 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 Prairie Rose Lake
Camping & RV near Prairie Rose Lake
Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Prairie Rose 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 Prairie Rose Lake in Shelby 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.
Prairie Rose 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 Prairie Rose 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.