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Lake trip · Hubbard County, Minnesota

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Where to stay at Potato Lake

Potato Lake covers 2,096 acres in Hubbard 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 21 to Nov 27, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.

Places to stay near Potato Lake

Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Potato Lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.

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Before you book: the water

Potato Lake grades A for water quality — Excellent. Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity is about 11.5 ft of visibility.

See the full Potato Lake water-quality report →

About Potato Lake

Surface area
2,096 acres
Max depth
87 ft
Public boat launches
3
Public beaches

Fish: black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass.

Nearby state parks

Base your trip at a park for camping and trails, with Potato Lake a short drive away.

  • Itasca State Park · State Park18 mi
  • La Salle Lake State Recreation Area · State Recreation Area24.5 mi

Reserve a campsite on Recreation.gov →

Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Potato Lake in Hubbard 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. Itasca State Park is about 18 miles away for campground options.

Potato 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 21 to Nov 27, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.

Guide

LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)

Free trip-planning guide for Potato 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.