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Fun in Okoboji Video
A Perfect Day in Okoboji Some places feel like summer the moment you arrive, and Okoboji is one of them. The Iowa Great Lakes have a way of turning simple moments into lifelong memories. Bright sunshine, clear water, good food, live music, classic attractions, and a community that welcomes visitors like old friends all come…
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Behind the Scenes: Family Fun in Okoboji Video
The latest Vacation Okoboji video will have you dreaming of your next summer family vacation to Okoboji. Go behind the scenes to learn more about each of the Okoboji attractions that need to be on your families to-do list! Tubing! With over 15,000 acres of lakes in Iowa’s Great Lakes region, there is plenty of…
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Okoboji Family Vacation
Okoboji is nestled in the northwest corner of Iowa along the Minnesota border. The chain of lakes were formed by a glacier thousands of years ago, and now welcome generations of families to the crisp clean water and beaches! We are excited to welcome your family to create life-long memories in Okoboji (and get a…
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Furry Friends Welcome in Okoboji!
Want to bring your furry best friend on vacation to Okoboji with you, but you don’t know what places are pet-friendly? We’re here to help! Whether you’re looking for lodging or dining options, we’ll find options that will give you and your pet(s) the best Okoboji experience! Pet-friendly Lodging Looking for a place to…
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In Search of the Hidden Selfie Spots
Have you ever wondered where some of the best selfie spots are in Okoboji – even the most hidden ones? Well, now you can find them one by one and take memorable selfies as you go! You can pretend to be pirates looking for the treasured selfie spot next to the Mini Queen at East…
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Kettleson Hogsback
Connect with Nature! by Rebecca Peters This week I explored the trails at Kettleson Hogsback Wildlife Management Area. The weather is getting beautiful, and it’s a great time to get outside to watch the plants come back to life. I’ve heard there are great birdwatching opportunities at Kettleson Hogsback, with over 270 different bird species…
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Okoboji Disc Golf Fun
Disc Golf in Okoboji: Two Courses to Play on Your Next Getaway Disc golf is one of the most enjoyable outdoor activities in Okoboji and a great way for visitors to experience the fresh air, open spaces, and natural beauty of the Iowa Great Lakes. With two welcoming 18 hole courses in Spirit Lake, players…
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The Maritime Museum
So Many Wooden Boats! by Rebecca Peters This week I visited the Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum and gift shop. The museum is full of fascinating artifacts that tell a story about our community in years past. It is free to visit, but donations are accepted. The gift shop is filling up with toys, trinkets,…
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The Throwing Post
Bullseye! by Rebecca Peters This week I honed my skills to become an expert ax thrower at The Throwing Post in Arnolds Park! Spoiler! I am still not an expert ax thrower! The Throwing Post is an ax throwing bar on Allen Avenue in Arnolds Park. They have multiple ax throwing lanes, which you can…