Lake trip · Crow Wing County, Minnesota
Where to stay at North Long Lake
North Long Lake covers 6.2K acres in Crow Wing County and carries a water-quality grade of A (Excellent). Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below, then check the water before you book. Open water runs roughly Apr 18 to Nov 24, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near North Long Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near North Long Lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
North Long Lake grades A for water quality — Excellent. Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity is about 15.1 ft of visibility.
About North Long Lake
Fish: black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, bowfin (dogfish), brown bullhead, common carp, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish.
Nearby state parks
Base your trip at a park for camping and trails, with North Long Lake a short drive away.
- Sagamore Unit · State Park8.2 mi
- Mahnomen Unit · State Park10.7 mi
- Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area · State Recreation Area12 mi
- Portsmouth Unit · State Park12.3 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around North Long Lake in Crow Wing 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. Sagamore Unit is about 8.2 miles away for campground options.
North Long Lake has a LakeQuality water-quality grade of A (Excellent). Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Always check local health-department advisories before swimming.
Open water runs roughly Apr 18 to Nov 24, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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