Editor's note: This story was originally published in 2018 and updated in 2024. For some families, summers at Okoboji have been a tradition for generations. But if you’ve never made the trip, you’ll ...

With summer just weeks away, it's time to think about relaxing days on Iowa's Great Lakes. Okoboji, in northwest Iowa, is a favorite summer gathering spot for Iowans. Here are seven ways to enjoy a ...

The excursions on The Queen II boat have been canceled due to a submerged dock near Arnolds Park Amusement Park. Officials hope to bring back cruises toward the end of July. Tourism officials and ...

Looking for a great road trip this summer? Head to Okoboji for delicious food, family-friendly attractions and plenty of sun. Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and ...

OKOBOJI, Iowa — After a year of shutdowns, masks, social distancing and sickness, travelers are excited to get back to the lake for a little normalcy. West Lake Okoboji City Administrator Derrick ...

SIOUX CITY -- A popular bar and restaurant on the shores of West Lake Okoboji won a state tourism award Thursday night. The Okoboji Store, which is the former location of Fisherman's Wharf, received ...

ARNOLDS PARK, Iowa (KTIV) - Memorial Day Weekend marks the traditional kick-off to the tourism season in the Iowa Great Lakes. Rebecca Peters of Okoboji Tourism says all indications are pointing to ...

Iowa is a state in the Midwestern region of the United States that is known for its vast cornfields and picturesque scenery.