Lake trip · Crow Wing County, Minnesota
Where to stay at Whitefish Lake
Whitefish Lake covers 7.7K acres in Crow Wing 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 25 to Dec 10, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near Whitefish Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Whitefish Lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Whitefish 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 Whitefish Lake
Fish: black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, bowfin (dogfish), brown bullhead, burbot, greater redhorse, green sunfish.
Nearby state parks
Base your trip at a park for camping and trails, with Whitefish Lake a short drive away.
- Mahnomen Unit · State Park17.7 mi
- Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area · State Recreation Area18.2 mi
- Portsmouth Unit · State Park18.2 mi
- Sagamore Unit · State Park18.2 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Whitefish Lake in Crow Wing 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. Mahnomen Unit is about 17.7 miles away for campground options.
Whitefish 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 25 to Dec 10, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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