Lake trip · Monroe County, Indiana
Where to stay at Lake Lemon
Lake Lemon covers 1,650 acres in Monroe 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 Lake Lemon
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Lake Lemon in Monroe County, Indiana — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Lake Lemon grades F for water quality — Very Poor. Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. Water clarity is about 2.1 ft of visibility.
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 Lake Lemon
Fish: Catfish, Largemouth Bass.
Camping & RV near Lake Lemon
Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Lake Lemon on Recreation.gov, then compare cabins, resorts, and rentals on the map above.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Lake Lemon in Monroe County, Indiana 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.
Lake Lemon 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.
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LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)
Free trip-planning guide for Lake Lemon: how to pick a clean lake, the water-quality signals that matter, best swimming and fishing windows, and where to stay.
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