F.A.Q. (Frequently Asked Questions)

Lazy Oaks on Rainbow Lake

Q. What do I need to bring?

A. Lazy Oaks Cabins are fully equipped.  The only things you need to bring are your Clothes, Food and your toiletries. All pots, pans, silverware and linens are supplied.

Q. Can you grill?

A. Yes you can!  Grills are located outside each cabin, so get some charcoal and BBQ away!

Q. Are there fire pits:

A. We have 3 fire pits on property and so long as the area is not under a red flag warning, you can make small campfires.  We ask that no conflagrations be made as this poses a safety hazard.

Q. What is in the kitchen?

A. Everything you need – we even supply the coffee filters for the machines, you just bring the coffee.  All cabins have refrigerators, stoves, ovens and microwaves.  (With the exception of the elms, but we are working on getting one in that cabin!)

Q. Where can I buy a fishing license?

A. We will be selling them on property in the future, but in the meantime, you can get one at Wal-mart or Eddie’s Country Store, both located approximately 5 minutes from Lazy Oaks.

Q. Is there a restaurant on property?

A. No we do not have any food service outlets, but all the best restaurants are located within 10 minutes of Lazy Oaks.

Q. Can you swim in the lake?

A. Well, yes, not from our property though.  ½ mile down the road, at the public boat launch, you may swim, this is the only area of Rainbow Lake you can swim in.

Q.  How much deposit is required when I make my reservation?
A.  We require the last two nights of your stay at the time of your reservation.  You may send a check within a week of booking your reservation or pay by Visa or MasterCard.

Q.  Do I need to bring firewood?
A.  No, we supply the firewood.  There are bins strategically placed outside the cabins and you may just help yourself.

Q.  What is the cancellation policy?
A.  If you cancel your reservation 30 days or more before your stay, we will issue a full credit immediately.  If you cancel less than 30 days before, we will try and rent your cabin for the entire time you reserved.  If we can re-rent, we will return your deposit.

Q.  What are the fish biting on?
A.  Please contact us just before your stay to check and see what bait seems to be working most effectively.  We sell both Power Bait and worms. 

Q.  Do you rent fishing poles?
A.  Yes, we rent poles for $5.00 per day.

Q.  Do I need to reserve a boat in advance?
A.  Boat rentals are based on availability and reservations may be made 24 hours in advance.

Q. What is check-in and check-out time?
A.  Check-in time is 2:00 p.m.  Check-out time is 10:00 a.m. unless you are in the Lakewood, Chalet, Pines, Oaks or cabin 24, which has a 10:00 a.m

Q.  How far is Lazy Oaks from the Ski Mountain?
A.  We are located about 30-35 minutes from Sunrise Ski Resort.

Q.  Can I use an ATV or dirt bikes on property?
A.  No, we do not allow ATVs to be ridden on our property.  There is information in the front office about nearby areas that allow off-roading.

Q.  Will my cell phone work at Lazy Oaks?
A.  Not all cell phone services work in our area.  Please be aware that regardless of whether or not your service works, in case of emergency you can dial 911 to get help and your cell phone will work.  None of our cabins are equipped with phones but we do have a pay phone in the front of our office building.  The phone is available 24 hours a day.

Q.  What is the altitude?
A.  The altitude is approximately 6,500 feet.

Q.  Do your cabins have air conditioning?
A.  No, none of the cabins is air conditioned.

Q.  Do you allow pets?
A.  Pets are welcome at Lazy Oaks. 

Q.  Is there a pet deposit?
A.  We do not require a deposit although we do ask you to sign our pet policy at check-in.  For more information, please see our policy page

Q.  Do you have laundry facilities?
A.  We do have a coin-operated washer and dryer available for use after 1:30 p.m.

Q.  Where can I find area information?
A.  We try to keep an updated supply of information in the front office.  You may also contact the Forest Service (located about ½ block from the resort) or the Chamber of Commerce (located about 2 miles east of Lake of the Woods). 

Q.  Do you allow RV’s to be parked on your property?
A.  We do not allow RV’s to be parked on our property.  We have limited parking spaces and need to be able to accommodate all our guests.  There is an RV park within 1 mile of Lazy Oaks.