Lake trip · Pope County, Minnesota
Where to stay at Minnewaska Lake
Minnewaska Lake covers 8.1K acres in Pope County and carries a water-quality grade of B (Good). Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below, then check the water before you book. Open water runs roughly Apr 15 to Nov 28, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near Minnewaska Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Minnewaska Lake in Pope County, Minnesota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Minnewaska Lake grades B for water quality — Good. Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Water clarity is about 11 ft of visibility.
About Minnewaska Lake
Fish: bigmouth buffalo, black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, bowfin (dogfish), brown bullhead, channel catfish, common carp.
Nearby state parks
Base your trip at a park for camping and trails, with Minnewaska Lake a short drive away.
- Glacial Lakes State Park · State Park7.6 mi
- Monson Lake State Park · State Park22.5 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Minnewaska Lake in Pope 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. Glacial Lakes State Park is about 7.6 miles away for campground options.
Minnewaska Lake 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.
Open water runs roughly Apr 15 to Nov 28, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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