Arnolds Park

Arnolds Park is in the center of the Iowa Great Lakes resort region. It is home to a historic amusement park, also called Arnolds Park, which features Legend, An ACE Coaster Landmark. Legend, which carried its first riders in 1927, is believed to be the 13th oldest wooden roller coaster in the U.S. In 2012 the amusement park was selected as one of the fifteen best in the Midwest region by Midwest Living magazine.

Other major landmarks of the city include the Central Emporium shopping mall, the Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum and the Iowa Rock'N'Roll Hall of Fame.

Located in Arnolds Park is the Abbie Gardner Sharp Cabin Museum, the site of the 1857 "Spirit Lake Massacre", a violent conflict between European settlers and Native Americans. Next to the cabin is Pillsbury Point State Park.

Community Snapshot

Triggs Bay Resort

Real Estate and MLS Homes For Sale in Arnolds Park I had the opportunity and privilege to work at Triggs for 4 years in my high school and college years. Jim Triggs and Mike May run one of...

Beer Can Alley

Real Estate and MLS Homes For Sale in Arnolds Park The ever popular country bar in Des Moines is now a staple bar in the Okoboji area. The only bar of its kind in the area is always a good...

Arnolds Park Amusement Park

Real Estate and MLS Homes For Sale in Arnolds Park Having lived in Okoboji all my life, there are a wealth of memories of Arnolds Park. I, like many of the locals, miss the nostalgia of...

Katy Lynn Boutique

Real Estate and MLS Homes For Sale in Arnolds Park Katy Lynn Boutique is a fabulous women's clothing store offering a wide variety of clothing, shoes, jewelry and more. Excellent customer...

Area Insights

The Okoboji Tile Shop

Arnolds Park

The Okoboji Tile Shop Ben Zenor, a local tile installer established The Okoboji Tile Store in 2012. Ben has been doing tile work for years. He is experienced with new construction, remodel and has done work on custom showers, backsplashes and floors. The Okoboji Tile Shop also sells tiles, as well as cabinets, countertops and bamboo wood flooring. More Info

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Triggs Bay Resort

Arnolds Park

I had the opportunity and privilege to work at Triggs for 4 years in my high school and college years. Jim Triggs and Mike May run one of the best family resorts in the Lakes Area. The resort has 48 condo style units that are continually updated and maintained immaculately. It truly is a family resort as most units are rented each week every year by the same families. People really begin to know each other and I had a great time getting to know all of the families better each year. We always looked forward to seeing them each year and catching up. Triggs offers boat/watercraft rentals, 4... More Info

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Arnold's Bark-ery

Arnolds Park

This new business to the lakes area is sure to be a hit! Arnold's Bark-ery makes healthy, fresh made snacks for all of the lucky dogs in the surrounding Okoboji area. They also provide natural, and holistic pet foods in their shop. A fun place to bring your dog to shop, as well as a place to get them groomed. What a fun addition to the area! More Info

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Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf

Arnolds Park

X marks the spot for this family fun pirate themed mini golf! Pirate's Cove is located in Arnolds Park right next to the amusement park. The kids will love this summer activity. They will be able to putt their way through caves, over bridges, and under waterfalls. Being right in the middle of all the summer action you are also walking distance everything that downtown Arnolds Park offers. More Info

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Bridges Bay Resort

Arnolds Park

Choose from a variety of luxurious condominiums and hotel-style guest rooms. Bridges Bay Resort features the area's only indoor waterpark 'Boji Splash, featuring the Cantina which serves a variety of delicious food and beverages. Bring the boat in the summer and enjoy being right on the water or get away for the weekend in the winter months and let the kids enjoy the indoor waterpark! More Info

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Overhead Doors

Arnolds Park

Overhead Doors 652 Okoboji Grove Road Arnolds Park, IA 51331 Located right off of Highway 71 in Arnolds Park. Overhead Door Sales & Services has been around since 1985 offering sales and service for commercial and residential garage doors and openers. They offer service for most makes and models of garage doors and openers. They offer the following brands: Hormann, Haas Door, Wayne Dalton and Great Northern Door Company. Service area includes NW Iowa and SW Minnesota. More Info

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Nektar

Arnolds Park

Nectar is a fun, seasonal coffee shop, serving from a cute camper within walking distance to Arnolds Park Amusement Park! Nectar offers fresh-pressed juices, espresso drinks, REAL fruit smoothies, and baked treats - making Summer in Boji even better! More Info

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Pirate Jack's Bar

Arnolds Park

Best little gem on the lake. Located on West Lake you will be able to sit and enjoy a nice cold beverage, a wonderful staff, and one of the best views in town. They have a wonderful selection of drinks you can choose from. Make sure to try one of their margaritas, it is the best on the lake in my opinion! Whether you want to enjoy the fireworks on the 4th of July, or just any sunset in the summer, Pirate Jack's is the place to be.

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The Inn Hotel

Arnolds Park

Coming soon to Arnolds Park is the Inn Hotel! Welcome to an era of the past. With its art deco inspired vibe and décor, you will be transported back in time to The Golden Age of Okoboji. The attention to detail is apparent everywhere from the interior design and fine decor to the handcrafted cocktails and small plates in the Beach Club Lounge. All of the highly appointed rooms boast fine Egyptian linens and 50” flat screen TVs. You can lounge by the pool and get a cocktail from the Cabana Bar or workout in the fitness center on their Peloton treadmills and cycles. More Info

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Light of the Lakes Friends Church

Arnolds Park

Light of the Lakes Friends Church 10 Hwy 71 N Arnolds Park, IA 51331 Services Sunday at 10:30 a.m. More Info

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