If you're looking for fun....
The Iowa Great Lakes has much to offer. Because the lakes exist there is more than enough action! Ranging from all forms of boating, swimming, jet skiing, fishing, or even just taking a stroll on the beach; the fun never ends!
Okoboji meets the desires of almost anyone. There is a wide range of golf courses whether you're an amateur or a pro. There are also a variety of shops throughout the region. From antique stores, craft stores, books stores, to clothing stores; any type of shopping you want to do can be done.
Okoboji meets the desires of almost anyone. There is a wide range of golf courses whether you're an amateur or a pro. There are also a variety of shops throughout the region. From antique stores, craft stores, books stores, to clothing stores; any type of shopping you want to do can be done.
Aside from the basic pleasures the Iowa Great Lakes has to offer, Arnolds Parks is known for the historic Arnolds Park Amusement Park. The Arnolds Park Amusement Park has many rides for all ages; including the 13th oldest wooden roller coaster in the United States. "Where good, clean fun never grew up!", is how many would describe the Arnolds Park Amusement Park. For more than a century the park has been the main focal point of fun in the Iowa Lakes region. Even still today the park attracts many different types, and ages of people. It truly is the place where fun is still innocent and where you don't have to grow up.
Click the video below to experience the legend roller coaster yourself!
Along with the amusement park there are many other attractions. Just to name a few there is the;
Aside from a spectacular sight, if you are looking for down to earth fun that never appears to end then the University of Okoboji Winter Games is the event to be a part of. The University of Okoboji, which has been described as a "mythical yet vibrant, college of fun, spirit and good will," has been a part of the Great Lakes region for years. The U of O has been described as a college of celebration rather than academics. Although fictitious, the U of O holds many fundraisers and local charity events for the region.
- Okoboji Summer Theatre
- The Preservation Plaza
- The Maritime Museum
- The Pearson Art Center
- The Ranch
- The Sami Bedell Performing Arts Center, and many other exciting places.
Aside from a spectacular sight, if you are looking for down to earth fun that never appears to end then the University of Okoboji Winter Games is the event to be a part of. The University of Okoboji, which has been described as a "mythical yet vibrant, college of fun, spirit and good will," has been a part of the Great Lakes region for years. The U of O has been described as a college of celebration rather than academics. Although fictitious, the U of O holds many fundraisers and local charity events for the region.