Lake trip · Burke County, North Dakota
Where to stay at Short Creek Dam Lake
Short Creek Dam Lake covers 112 acres in Burke County and carries a water-quality grade of NR (Not rated). 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 Short Creek Dam Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Short Creek Dam Lake in Burke County, North Dakota — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Short Creek Dam Lake grades NR for water quality — Not rated. Not rated for swimming — there is not enough monitoring data to judge this lake. Water clarity is about 3.8 ft of visibility. Algae (chlorophyll-a) measures 9.3 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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Camping & RV near Short Creek Dam Lake
Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Short Creek Dam 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 Short Creek Dam Lake in Burke County, North Dakota 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.
Short Creek Dam Lake is not rated for water quality — its monitoring record does not meet the evidence bar. Not rated for swimming — there is not enough monitoring data to judge this lake. 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.
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LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)
Free trip-planning guide for Short Creek Dam 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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