Lake trip · St. Joseph County, Michigan
Where to stay at Lake Templene
Lake Templene covers 870 acres in St. Joseph County and carries a water-quality grade of D (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 Templene
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Lake Templene in St. Joseph County, Michigan — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
Top-rated places to stay near Lake Templene
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Before you book: the water
Lake Templene grades D for water quality — Poor. Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk. Water clarity is about 6.5 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 Templene
Camping & RV near Lake Templene
Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Lake Templene 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 Templene in St. Joseph County, Michigan 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 Templene has a LakeQuality water-quality grade of D (Poor). Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk. 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 Lake Templene: 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.