Lake trip · Winona County, Minnesota
Where to stay at Winona Lake
Winona Lake covers 308 acres in Winona County and carries a water-quality grade of D (Poor). Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below, then check the water before you book. Open water runs roughly Mar 30 to Nov 29, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near Winona Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Winona Lake in Winona County, Minnesota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
Top-rated places to stay near Winona Lake
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Before you book: the water
Winona Lake grades D for water quality — Poor. Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk. Water clarity is about 2.6 ft of visibility.
About Winona Lake
Fish: black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, bowfin (dogfish), brown bullhead, common carp, freshwater drum, gizzard shad.
Nearby state parks
Base your trip at a park for camping and trails, with Winona Lake a short drive away.
- John A. Latsch State Park · State Park12.2 mi
- Great River Bluffs State Park · State Park13.8 mi
- Whitewater State Park · State Park20.6 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Winona Lake in Winona 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. John A. Latsch State Park is about 12.2 miles away for campground options.
Winona Lake has a LakeQuality water-quality grade of D (Poor). Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk. Always check local health-department advisories before swimming.
Open water runs roughly Mar 30 to Nov 29, with June through August the peak stretch for swimming, boating, and fishing.
LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)
Free trip-planning guide for Winona 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.