Lake trip · Todd County, Minnesota
Where to stay at Osakis Lake
Osakis Lake covers 6,389 acres in Todd County and carries a water-quality grade of D (Nutrient-rich). Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below. The grade measures nutrients and algae — it is not a stay-or-skip rating. Open water runs roughly Apr 19 to Dec 1, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near Osakis Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Osakis Lake in Todd County, Minnesota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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About the water
Osakis Lake grades D for nutrients and algae — Nutrient-rich. Nutrients and algae run higher than average — check local advisories before swimming, and skip the water if you see scum. Water clarity is about 10.5 ft of visibility. Algae (chlorophyll-a) measures 9.6 µg/L. The letter is not a reason to skip cabins and rentals around the lake.
Best time to visit
Open water runs roughly Apr 19 to Dec 1, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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About Osakis Lake
Fish: black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, bowfin (dogfish), brown bullhead, common carp, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish.
Fishing & license
When to fish Osakis Lake — the seasonal windows by species, from state survey data.
Minnesota fishing license
Anglers under 16 are not required to have a license. Residents age 90+ also exempt. · The Minnesota walleye, northern pike, and bass season opens the Saturday two days before Mother's Day. Most other species are open year-round.
Prices as published by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, 2026.
Camping & RV near Osakis Lake
Base your trip at a nearby state park for tent and RV camping and trails, with Osakis Lake a short drive away — or search all public campgrounds and RV sites in the area on Recreation.gov.
- Lake Carlos State Park · State Park12.4 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Osakis Lake in Todd 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. Lake Carlos State Park is about 12.4 miles away for campground options.
Osakis Lake has a water quality grade of D (Nutrient-rich). Nutrients and algae run higher than average — check local advisories before swimming, and skip the water if you see scum. Always check local health-department advisories before swimming.
Open water runs roughly Apr 19 to Dec 1, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)
Free trip-planning guide for Osakis Lake: 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.