Where is lake Okoboji located?
northwestern Iowa
West Okoboji Lake (sometimes known as West Lake Okoboji) is a natural body of water, approximately 3,847 acres (15.57 km2) in area, in Dickinson County in northwestern Iowa in the United States. It is part of the chain of lakes known as the Iowa Great Lakes.
What is special about lake Okoboji?
It is a glacial lake created by the Wisconsin Glacier 14,000 years ago and has a maximum depth of 136 feet, which makes it the deepest natural lake in Iowa. Subterranean springs help provide the cool, clear, blue water of Iowa’s most popular lake.
Can you swim in lake Okoboji?
There is something for everyone, take a swim in the lake, play on the playground or fish in the spillway where Spirit Lake drains into East Lake. You can even grab lunch and a ice cream cone or treat from the Spillway Drive In located right on the entrance of the beach. Their expansive menu you will surprise you!
Is Okoboji open?
All restaurants are open in Okoboji with limited seating. Restaurants are working very hard to provide a clean and safe Okoboji dining experience for all dine-in and carry-out patrons. Carry-out beer, growlers, and drinks are available at West O, Okoboji Brewing Company, and Okoboji Commons.
Is lake Okoboji a Great lake?
Welcome to the Iowa Great Lakes The Iowa Great Lakes include Iowa’s largest natural lake, Spirit Lake and five interconnect lakes: West Okoboji, East Okoboji, Upper Gar, Lower Gar, and Minnewashta.
What is there to do in Okoboji in the winter?
Okoboji is the perfect destination in the winter! We have hundreds of miles of groomed trails for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoe hiking and observing winter birds! You’ll also find indoor and outdoor ice skating rinks, or bundle up and head to the beach to build snowcastles!
What is the largest man made lake in Iowa?
Lake Red Rock
1. Lake Red Rock. The largest lake in Iowa, Lake Red Rock, is an artificial reservoir with an area of 283.3 square km.
Does Okoboji have beaches?
One of Okoboji’s most popular public swimming areas is Terrace Park Beach. Picnics and swimming at the Beach has lingered in the memories of many of West Okoboji residents and returning visitors! New Restrooms in 2019!!!!
What is the water temp in Okoboji IA?
West Okoboji Lake’s current water temperature is 59°F.