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Where to stay at Lake Bonaparte

Lake Bonaparte covers 1,286 acres in Lewis County and carries a water-quality grade of A (Excellent). 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 Lake Bonaparte

Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Lake Bonaparte in Lewis County, New York — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.

Top-rated places to stay near Lake Bonaparte

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Before you book: the water

Lake Bonaparte grades A for water quality — Excellent. Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity is about 15.8 ft of visibility.

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Best time to visit

Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.

Check the National Weather Service forecast for Lake Bonaparte

About Lake Bonaparte

Surface area
1,286 acres
Max depth
-
Public boat launches
2
Public beaches

Fish: Brown Trout, Lake Trout.

Camping & RV near Lake Bonaparte

Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Lake Bonaparte on Recreation.gov, then compare cabins, resorts, and rentals on the map above.

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Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Lake Bonaparte in Lewis County, New York 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.

Lake Bonaparte 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.

Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.

Guide

LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)

Free trip-planning guide for Lake Bonaparte: 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.