Fall
Year-Round Sports
Winter, spring, summer or fall, if you’re a sports fan, you’re sure to find a sporting event to participate in or watch in Okoboji. From bike rides to ice fishing, to tennis tournaments to winter games, many of the area’s long-standing events have evolved over time and grown with more participants, said Kiley Zankowski, director Read More »
Read MoreClassic West Lake Loop
This classic West Lake Okoboji loop ride will take you just over 18 miles around beautiful West Lake Okoboji. You can start at many points around the lake. This ride started at First Lutheran Church in West Okoboji which has plenty of parking and is great launching point. You can head north or south from Read More »
Read MoreFall Okoboji Dining Guide
Enjoy this comprehensive Lakes Area Dining Guide for all things tasty in Okoboji! Please be patient with our dining establishments, they are very short staffed. We try to keep this as updated as possible but hours are changing all the time so call ahead or check Facebook for the most updated hours for each establishment. Read More »
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“WOW” Girlfriend Getaway
Whether you are looking for a girl’s weekend, mother daughter getaway, or a chance to jump-start your holiday shopping Okoboji is the place to be November 12th – 13th. Wow – Okoboji Women’s Weekend is the premiere Holiday Kick-off shopping extravaganza. Here are some suggestions for a memorable Okoboji Wow Weekend! STAY Of course the Read More »
Read MoreOkoboji Fall Couples Getaway
Whether you are a long time empty nester or experiencing it for the first time we can help you plan a fabulous Okoboji fall getaway to celebrate (or mourn) the empty nest! Fall is a beautiful and much slower paced time to visit the Iowa Great Lakes while still finding plenty to keep you as Read More »
Read MoreYear Round Adventures in Okoboji
Join us throughout the year as we experience a few of the adventures that make Okoboji so special! Okoboji Gold Disc Golf Course! Read more about disc golfing in Okoboji … Kettleson Hogsback Wildlife Management Area! Read more about Kettleson Hogsback… Iowa Great Lake Maritime Museum! Read more about the Maritime Museum … Cocktail Tasting! Read Read More »
Read MoreOkoboji Fall GIRLS Weekend
Okoboji Fall Girlfriend Getaway Sometimes getting away as a family or a couple is impossible because of the “who will take the children dilemma”, or maybe you just need to relax with your people and invest in friendship, or celebrate a life event, or maybe you are retired and are looking for a guys or Read More »
Read More30 Mile Ride Loop
One of the best thing about the bike trails in The Iowa Great Lakes are there are many great loop rides you can enjoy. This 30 mile loop ride can easily become a 40 mile or 50 mile ride depending on how many miles you are wanting to get in. This ride began in Milford Read More »
Read MoreGuest Post: Musky Fishing Tips & Tricks
Our friends at Oak Hill Outdoor have put together some tips & tricks to help you find success when fishing for Musky!!! HUNTING THE LATE-SUMMER MUSKY ON THE IOWA GREAT LAKES Founded on a love of the outdoors and conservationist principles, Oak Hill Outdoor opened The Hook Up last fall – sporting the area’s largest variety Read More »
Read MoreOkoboji FALL GUYS Weekend
Sometimes getting away as a family or a couple is impossible because of the “who will take the children dilemma”, or maybe you just need to relax with your people and invest in friendship, or celebrate a life event, or maybe you are retired and are looking for a guys or girls getaway! Whatever your Read More »
Read MoreFall Fishing!
Angling in the Iowa Great Lakes offers diversity. By Greg Drees People are drawn to water magnetically, spiritually. Anglers are among the most ardent to seek lakes of fortune. They come from near and far to the waters of Okoboji, lured by the legend of the fisheries, which are healthy, diverse and full of mystery. Read More »
Read MoreTop 10 Things to do Outside in Okoboji
Being outside and active is a great way to stay mentally and physically healthy during this unprecedented time! Here are ten suggestions of how to do that in Okoboji this summer! 1. Bike, Walk or Run Paved Trails With over 40 miles of miles of dedicated paved trails and an additional 50+ miles of signed Read More »
Read MoreBike Okoboji
With miles of new trail and fresh asphalt overlays on existing tails, NOW is a great time to bike in Okoboji! The Iowa Great Lakes has 70 plus miles of dedicated paved trails and bike friendly streets which equals numerous routes and rides for all ages and ability levels. The “spine” of the trail system Read More »
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