Enjoy Okoboji!
Arnolds Park Amusement Park
Taking a ride on the iconic wooden Legend Roller Coaster is an Okoboji must-do. Stay for the midway rides and games, a visit to the Raceway, shopping in Queen’s Court, and music making at the outdoor interactive Harmony Park (in front of Queens’s Court).
The Queen II
https://arnoldspark.com/queen-ii/
Since 1986, the Queen II has sailed the waters of West Lake Okoboji, offering visitors a chance to get on the water and hear about the history of the Okoboji area. Tours depart from the Arnolds Park Pier multiple times daily.
Public Beaches
https://vacationokoboji.com/okoboji-just-beach-it/
Boat rentals on West Lake Okoboji
• Extreme Water Sports: extremewatersports.us/parasailing/
Parasailing and boat rentals, including speed boats, pontoons, waverunners, paddle boats, and kayaks.
• Parks Marina: rentals.parksmarina.com/
Boat cruises and boat rentals, including speed boats, pontoons, and waverunners
Bike trails
https://vacationokoboji.com/trails/
The Okoboji Cyclist www.theokobojicyclist.com
The Okoboji area is known for its many bike trails. We love to ride around the lakes. Download a digital trail map or stop by The Okoboji Cyclist on the way into town (in Milford) to grab a paper map and rent bikes.
Golf
Join the groom in a round of golf.
• Brooks Golf Course www.brooksgolfclub.com/
• Emerald Hills golfemeraldhills.com/
• Okoboji View http://www.okobojiview.net/
Okoboji Gold Disc Golf Course
https://dickinsoncountyconservationboard.com/okoboji-gold-disc-golf-course/
Check out this 18-hole championship-level course in Kenue Park that winds through prairie lands and an oak savanna. It’s located next to the Nature Center and Maser Monarch Lodge, the location of the welcome party on Friday evening. If you have your own disk, bring it along. There might be some available at the Nature Center as well.
Farmer’s Market in the Park
https://arnoldspark.com/events/farmers-market-in-the-park/?ri=2
This lakeside market takes place every Saturday morning near the entrance of the amusement park. It’s abuzz with people, produce, kids’ activities, music, breakfast items, and more.
Pearson Lakes Art Center https://www.lakesart.org/
Okoboji Classic Cars https://okobojicc.com
Maritime Museum https://arnoldspark.com/maritime-museum/
Arnolds Park Museum https://arnoldspark.com/arnolds-park-museum/
Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association Hall of Fame & Museum https://www.iowarocknroll.com
Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark: bridgesbayresort.com/waterpark-zipline/boji-splash-waterpark/
The Emporium https://www.parksmarina.com/central-emporium/
Midwest Modern https://midwestmodernfurniture.com
Mary’s Gift Shoppe https://marysgiftshoppe.com
Timeless Consignments https://timelessconsignmentsia.com
Barn Swallow Gift Shop www.barnswallowonline.net
Topog Coffeehouse https://topog.com/
Maxwells Beach Cafe https://maxwellsbeachcafe.com/
Ciao Boji https://ciaoboji.com/
Okoboji Store https://theokobojistore.com/
Prime Boji http://primeboji.com
Okoboji Wine Bar & Art Gallery https://winebarandartgallery.com/
West O Brewery https://westobeer.com/
Barefoot Bar https://www.parksmarina.com/the-barefoot-bar/
Bracco World Café & Beach Bar https://bridgesbayresort.com/restaurants/bracco-world-cafe/
The Common Tasting Room okobojicommons.com/tasting-room/
Goodies Chocolate https://www.goodiescandies.com/
Our favorite locally made chocolates and cookies.
Sweet Memories vacationokoboji.com/shop/queens-court/
Located across from the amusement park in Queens Court. Stop for salt water taffy and salted nut rolls.
Nutty Bar Stand
An Okoboji tradition! Grab a nutty bar, chocolate-covered banana, or an ice cream cone. Also, across from the amusement park.