Okoboji
Nestled along the eastern shore of West Okoboji Lake, Okoboji is one of 35 cities and towns that comprise the picturesque Iowa Lakes Corridor. Residents enjoy easy access to local beaches, lakes, parks and family-friendly attractions such as the Okoboji Nature Center and Arnolds Park Amusement Park.
Beautiful scenery and recreational opportunities aside, Okoboji and its surrounding communities offer career opportunities in advanced manufacturing, wholesale, healthcare, tourism (year-round!) and value-added agriculture. For the ultimate in work-life balance and lakeside livability, the town of Okoboji invites you to make your move to the Iowa Lakes Corridor.

Fast Facts
- Population: 768
- 102 miles east of Sioux Falls, S.D.
- Top 5 Places Live in Dickinson County (Niche, 2020)
- Top 100 Safest School Districts in Iowa (Niche, 2021)
- Top 10 Best Lake Towns in North America (SmarterTravel, 2018)

The Great Outdoors
The Dickinson County Nature Center offers an indoor beehive, live animals, bat cave and other educational exhibits. It aims to foster an appreciation of our natural world through education, experiences, play and the great Okoboji outdoors.

Collection of Classic Cars
Okoboji Classic Cars Museum features “days gone by” of the Iowa Great Lakes, Arnolds Park and downtown Spencer. Along with a step back in time, visitors can get a glimpse of the state-of-the-art restoration shop’s body, mechanical and interior trim departments.

Year Round Recreation
Iowa’s resort region offers recreation for every season, not just summer. Every winter when the temperature drops, the fictional University of Okoboji comes to life to offer an abundance of winter fun.
