Lake trip · Meeker County, Minnesota
Where to stay at Washington Lake
Washington Lake covers 2,438 acres in Meeker County and carries a water-quality grade of C (Fair). Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below, then check the water before you book. Open water runs roughly Apr 8 to Dec 1, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near Washington Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Washington Lake in Meeker County, Minnesota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Washington Lake grades C for water quality — Fair. Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Water clarity is about 4.5 ft of visibility. Algae (chlorophyll-a) measures 11.6 µg/L.
Best time to visit
Open water runs roughly Apr 8 to Dec 1, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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About Washington Lake
Fish: bigmouth buffalo, black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, bowfin (dogfish), brown bullhead, channel catfish, common carp.
Camping & RV near Washington Lake
Base your trip at a nearby state park for tent and RV camping and trails, with Washington Lake a short drive away — or search all public campgrounds and RV sites in the area on Recreation.gov.
- Greenleaf Lake State Recreation Area · State Recreation Area6 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Washington Lake in Meeker 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. Greenleaf Lake State Recreation Area is about 6 miles away for campground options.
Washington Lake has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Always check local health-department advisories before swimming.
Open water runs roughly Apr 8 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 Washington Lake: how to pick a clean lake, the water-quality signals that matter, best swimming and fishing windows, and where to stay.
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