Lake trip · Henry County, Missouri
Where to stay at Montrose Lake
Montrose Lake covers 1,700 acres in Henry County and carries a water-quality grade of F (Very Poor). 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 Montrose Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Montrose Lake in Henry County, Missouri — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Montrose Lake grades F for water quality — Very Poor. Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. Water clarity is about 0.6 ft of visibility. Algae (chlorophyll-a) measures 61.9 µg/L.
Best time to visit
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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About Montrose Lake
Camping & RV near Montrose Lake
Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Montrose Lake on Recreation.gov, then compare cabins, resorts, and rentals on the map above.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Montrose Lake in Henry County, Missouri 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.
Montrose Lake has a LakeQuality water-quality grade of F (Very Poor). Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. 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 Montrose 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.