Lake trip · Washington County, Minnesota
Where to stay at White Bear Lake
White Bear Lake covers 2,428 acres in Washington 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 12 to Dec 6, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near White Bear Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near White Bear Lake in Washington County, Minnesota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
Top-rated places to stay near White Bear Lake
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Before you book: the water
White Bear Lake grades A for water quality — Excellent. Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity is about 14.4 ft of visibility.
About White Bear 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 White Bear Lake a short drive away.
- William O'Brien State Park · State Park14.5 mi
- Fort Snelling State Park · State Park16.2 mi
- Afton State Park · State Park17.6 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around White Bear Lake in Washington 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. William O'Brien State Park is about 14.5 miles away for campground options.
White Bear 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 12 to Dec 6, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)
Free trip-planning guide for White Bear 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.