Iowa Great Lakes Travel Guide

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View of the shoreline of Lake Okoboji in NW Iowa in the fall.
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Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

3 out of 5
1405 Highway 71 Okoboji IA
The price is NZ$202 per night from 31 May to 1 June
NZ$202
31 May - 1 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Okoboji. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (946 reviews)
"Older property with bla free breakfast"

Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center
Bridges Bay Resort

Bridges Bay Resort

3.5 out of 5
630 Linden Drive Arnolds Park IA
The price is NZ$195 per night from 20 May to 21 May
NZ$195
20 May - 21 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Arnolds Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji ...
7.8/10 Good! (662 reviews)
"Terrible no amenities, no breakfast, Terrible restaurant hours ."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Bridges Bay Resort
AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

3 out of 5
1005 Brooks Park Dr Okoboji IA
The price is NZ$226 per night from 21 May to 22 May
NZ$226
21 May - 22 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Okoboji. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (605 reviews)
"Stayed one night with wife and three kids for a baseball tourney in town. Had booked a two queen deluxe room because it said it had a couch. When we checked in we just had two queens and no couch. Was told by front desk that deluxe could also mean a balcony and they didn’t have any other rooms open ..."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji
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Bridges Bay spacious, well-stocked, kid-friendly home. 6 Pool Passes. Sleeps 10.

Bridges Bay spacious, well-stocked, kid-friendly home. 6 Pool Passes. Sleeps 10.

Arnolds Park IA
Stay at this condo in Arnolds Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions West Okoboji Lake and 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark ...
10/10 Exceptional! (141 reviews)
"The property was clean and spacious, and our host was responsive and helpful. I would definitely book here again."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Bridges Bay spacious, well-stocked, kid-friendly home. 6 Pool Passes. Sleeps 10.
Luxurious Lakefront BB Corner Condo. Panoramic lake views & 6 waterpark passes.

Luxurious Lakefront BB Corner Condo. Panoramic lake views & 6 waterpark passes.

Arnolds Park IA
Stay at this condo in Arnolds Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a fitness centre. Popular attractions 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji and East ...
10/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place with a beautiful view. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Luxurious Lakefront BB Corner Condo. Panoramic lake views & 6 waterpark passes.
Cozy lakefront cabin - on both Big and Little Spirit Lake

Cozy lakefront cabin - on both Big and Little Spirit Lake

Spirit Lake IA
Stay at this cabin in Spirit Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Little Spirit Lake Wildlife Management Area and Crandalls ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
"Cozy cabin with a stunning view. The deck was lovely to spend time watching and listening to nature."

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Cozy lakefront cabin - on both Big and Little Spirit Lake
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Popular places to visit

Arnold's Park is a tourist Town on the shores of Lake Okoboji

Arnolds Park

Explore the great outdoors at Arnolds Park, a lovely green space in Arnolds Park. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Arnolds Park
A picturesque view of a creek in a golf country club in Wilmington, Delaware

Brooks Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Okoboji at Brooks Golf Club. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Brooks Golf Club
box of candies

Goodies Handmade Candies

Take the family on an outing to Goodies Handmade Candies during your trip to Spirit Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Goodies Handmade Candies
Arnolds Park Amusement Park

Arnolds Park Amusement Park

Bring the family to Arnolds Park Amusement Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Arnolds Park. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Arnolds Park Amusement Park
Gull Point State Park is located on Lake Okoboji in Northwest Iowa

Gull Point State Park

You can take time to visit Gull Point State Park during your travels to Wahpeton. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Gull Point State Park
A herd of wild bison with new calves of the season

Brown Park

Explore the great outdoors at Brown Park, a lovely green space in Spirit Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Brown Park