Pikes Point State Park is situated on West Lake Okoboji and is home to one of the most popular swim beaches in the area. Pikes Point's beach also has a very popular swim platform located within the swimming area for users to sun bathe or play on.

West Okoboji and the many other lakes in the area are some of the prime fishing spot in Iowa. Anglers will find challenging sport pursuing a variety of game fish, including walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass, white bass, perch, bluegills, crappies, catfish, and bullheads. Boating is also very popular on the lakes using everything from canoes to sailboats to ski rigs.

The "lakes area" of northwest Iowa offers a tremendous array of outdoor recreation opportunities, year-round. The unique setting of beautiful and clear Lakes East and West Okoboji, Big Spirit Lake and other water bodies truly provides wonderful opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Amenities

Beach, Bird Watching, Dock, Fishing, Fishing, Hiking, Lake, Picnic Area, Picnic Shelter, Restrooms, Swimming - Beach, Walking, Wildflower Viewing, Wildlife Viewing