Lake trip · Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Where to stay at Little Lake Butte des Morts
Little Lake Butte des Morts covers 1,200 acres in Winnebago County and carries a water-quality grade of D (Nutrient-rich). Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below. The grade measures nutrients and algae — it is not a stay-or-skip rating. Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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Places to stay near Little Lake Butte des Morts
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Little Lake Butte des Morts in Winnebago County, Wisconsin — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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About the water
Little Lake Butte des Morts grades D for nutrients and algae — Nutrient-rich. Nutrients and algae run higher than average — check local advisories before swimming, and skip the water if you see scum. Water clarity is about 2 ft of visibility. The letter is not a reason to skip cabins and rentals around the lake.
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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.
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About Little Lake Butte des Morts
Fish: Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, Sturgeon, Catfish.
Fishing & license
When to fish Little Lake Butte des Morts — the seasonal windows by species, from state survey data.
Wisconsin fishing license
Anglers under 16 are not required to have a license. First-time buyers and resident anglers age 65+ pay a discounted rate. · Wisconsin's general inland fishing season for game fish (walleye, pike, bass) opens the first Saturday in May and closes the first Sunday in March. Panfish and rough fish are open continuously on most waters.
Prices as published by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, 2026.
Camping & RV near Little Lake Butte des Morts
Base your trip at a nearby state park for tent and RV camping and trails, with Little 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 Park9.4 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Little 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 9.4 miles away for campground options.
Little Lake Butte des Morts has a water quality grade of D (Nutrient-rich). Nutrients and algae run higher than average — check local advisories before swimming, and skip the water if you see scum. 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 Little 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.