Lake trip · Washington County, Minnesota
Where to stay at Lake St. Croix
Lake St. Croix covers 8.4K acres in Washington County and carries a water-quality grade of B (Good). 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 St. Croix
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Lake St. Croix in Washington County, Minnesota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Lake St. Croix grades B for water quality — Good. Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Water clarity is about 5.2 ft of visibility.
About Lake St. Croix
Fish: bigmouth buffalo, black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, channel catfish, common carp, flathead catfish, freshwater drum.
Nearby state parks
Base your trip at a park for camping and trails, with Lake St. Croix a short drive away.
- Afton State Park · State Park3.6 mi
- Fort Snelling State Park · State Park20.1 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Lake St. Croix in Washington County, Minnesota 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. Afton State Park is about 3.6 miles away for campground options.
Lake St. Croix has a LakeQuality water-quality grade of B (Good). Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. 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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