Lake trip · Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Where to stay at Lake Butte des Morts
Lake Butte des Morts covers 8,581 acres in Winnebago 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 Lake Butte des Morts
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Lake Butte des Morts in Winnebago County, Wisconsin — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
Top-rated places to stay near Lake Butte des Morts
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Before you book: the water
Lake Butte des Morts grades F for water quality — Very Poor. Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. Water clarity is about 2.3 ft of visibility.
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 Lake Butte des Morts
Fish: Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, Sturgeon, Catfish.
Camping & RV near Lake Butte des Morts
Base your trip at a nearby state park for tent and RV camping and trails, with Lake Butte des Morts a short drive away — or search all public campgrounds and RV sites in the area on Recreation.gov.
- High Cliff State Park · State Park17.2 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Lake Butte des Morts in Winnebago County, Wisconsin 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. High Cliff State Park is about 17.2 miles away for campground options.
Lake Butte des Morts 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 Lake Butte des Morts: 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.