Lake trip · Miami County, Kansas
Where to stay at Hillsdale Lake
Hillsdale Lake covers 4,580 acres in Miami County and carries a water-quality grade of C (Fair). Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below. The grade measures nutrients and algae — it is not a stay-or-skip rating. Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near Hillsdale Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Hillsdale Lake in Miami County, Kansas — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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About the water
Hillsdale Lake grades C for nutrients and algae — Fair. Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present. Water clarity is about 3.7 ft of visibility. Algae (chlorophyll-a) measures 17 µg/L. The letter is not a reason to skip cabins and rentals around the lake.
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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Camping & RV near Hillsdale Lake
Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Hillsdale 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 Hillsdale Lake in Miami County, Kansas 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.
Hillsdale Lake has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present. 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 Hillsdale Lake: 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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