ABOUT
THE AREA
The numerous lakes
and wetlands provides a plethora of hunting and fishing
opportunities in the Lake Park area. In addition, there is an
abundance of public land available for hunting.
Iowa has changed greatly since
becoming a state in 1846. The prairies that helped develop the
highly productive soils have been reduced by more than 99 percent.
Many communities in the state are dedicated to revitalizing and
preserving Iowa's Native Prairie Flowers and Grasses. All along
the edge of Silver Lake Park you'll view native flowers growing in
wild.
Lake Park is just 12 miles west
of Spirit Lake on Highway 9.
HELPFUL LINKS
City of Lake Park
Okoboji Tourism Committee
Iowa Tourism Office
Water Safety Council
Arnold's
Park Amusement Park
Spirit of the Lakes Excursions
BOATING
We
have both large and small lakes that are ideal for those who want
to water ski, fish, sail, canoe or houseboat. Boating in the Iowa
Great Lakes area can be enjoyed throughout the four seasons. Area lakes
include Silver Lake in the City of Lake Park, Spirit Lake, Lake
Okoboji and
more!
KNOX
CABIN
Located along the lake, Silver
Lake City Park provides a scenic area for family picnics, reunions
or just a place for the kids to play.
Also located at the City Park is
the Knox Cabin. This was the first home in Lake Park and was built
by C. B. Knox in 1869 on the north side of Silver Lake. The home is
furnished with many of the items common to that time period. The
interior of the cabin is open for viewing during the summer months.
FISHING
Fish
on the lake shore, from a boat or even off our private dock -
Silver Lake is a fisherman's dream! And, in the winter months, ice
fishing is always a hit.
Along the north side of Silver Lake is Trappers Bay State Park.
The park has many areas for fishing from shore as well as a dock.
SNOW
& SNOW PLAY
Snowmobile and snow shoe enthusiasts as well
as those people who just enjoy playing and sliding in the snow
have long been drawn to the Okoboji Wintersports area.
The Northwest Iowa Snowmobile
Alliance (NISA) maintains several miles of snowmobile trails in
northwest Iowa. The
NISA trails connect most
communities within the three-county area and also connect with
trails in bordering counties.
GOLF
The Silver Lake Country Club is
located along the south side of Silver Lake, just off highway 9
along Country Club Drive. The 9-hole, par 36 course is well
maintained with many challenging holes.
OLD FASHIONED TRAIN RIDE
Trains run from Spirit Lake
through Lake Park to Harris, traveling the old Rock Island Line.
You can board at Spirit Lake, Lake Park or Harris. This is a
family-friendly activity, and kids are always welcome!
CARRIAGE, BUGGY OR COVERED
WAGON RIDES
Go for a ride on transportation
from the past! In the winter the service offers sleigh rides
and soon there will be a stagecoach ride available. They do
Birthday parties, Anniversaries, Reunions, and just about any type
of special occasion. Reasonable rates. For more info call Rob at
832-3762 after 7pm.
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