Lake trip · Otter Tail County, Minnesota
Where to stay at Rush Lake
Rush Lake covers 5,276 acres in Otter Tail 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 Rush Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Rush Lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Rush Lake grades B for water quality — Good. Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Water clarity is about 7.5 ft of visibility.
About Rush 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 Rush Lake a short drive away.
- Glendalough State Park · State Park12.3 mi
- Maplewood State Park · State Park19.9 mi
- Inspiration Peak State Wayside Park · State Wayside24.3 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Rush Lake in Otter Tail 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. Glendalough State Park is about 12.3 miles away for campground options.
Rush 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.
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)
Free trip-planning guide for Rush 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.