Jump Right In!
From parks to paths … waves and wild times on the beach, Storm Lake has every outdoor activity covered. Even when the sun goes down, the fun doesn’t stop!
King’s Pointe Resort
Kick up your feet in one of Iowa’s opt resorts. King’s Pointe offers everything you need for a unique vacation: indoor and outdoor waterparks, spacious suites and cottages, al fresco dining and fire pits, and even a mini-golf and nine-hole golf course across the street. Come see why we’re called “the pointe of family fun.”
Hike and Bike Trail
Miles of paved trails meander through the heart of Storm Lake. Join locals who bike, jog, skate and stroll beneath shady trees along the shores of the lake.
Buena Vista County Conservation Board Parks and Watchable Wildlife
Nearly 20 parks and outdoor recreation areas dot Buena Vista County and Storm Lake.
Golfing
Some land is made for golf, and Storm Lake is one of those places. A newly renovated public course and a championship level semi-private club challenge locals and vacationers alike.
Sunrise Pointe Golf Course
1528 E. Lakeshore Drive, Storm Lake, IA
(712) 732-8025
Buena Vista University Golf Course at Lake Creek Country Club
1 Club House Drive, Storm Lake, IA
(712) 732-8025
Boating
On a warm, sunny day, water is the best way to cool down! Storm Lake’s 3,200-acre playground is the ideal place for adventurers who don’t mind getting their hair wet.
Lakeside Marina
96 Lakeshore Drive, Storm Lake, IA
(712) 732-7465
Storm Lake Marina
207 W. Marina Road, Storm Lake, IA
(712) 213-9492
Camping
Campers in Storm Lake are some of the luckiest around. The lake views and the scent of campfires – all under the stars and a canopy of trees. But you’re never too far from all the amenities you’ll ever need.
Lakeside Campgrounds
96 Lakeshore Drive, Storm Lake, IA
(712) 732-7465
Sunrise Pointe Campgrounds
1001 Sunrise Park Rd, Storm Lake, IA
(712) 732-8023
Fishing
With legendary populations of walleye, catfish, crappie and bass, Storm Lake is one of the best fishing lakes in Iowa!
Click here for the latest fishing report for Storm Lake
Public Beaches and Parks
The Parks Department in Storm Lake is one busy place. With thirteen parks across the community and three public beaches that will delight the whole family, you’re sure to find that perfect spot for a sandcastle, picnic or a game of catch with the kids!
City of Storm Lake Parks Department
Sunrise Park
Public boat ramp and docks, volleyball, open picnic shelters, fishing, swimming beach
Awaysis Park
Great lawn, lighthouse, playground, swimming, beach, restrooms, picnic pavilions, concessions
Chautauqua Park
Fishing, public docks, U.S. Navy fighting ship anchor, WWl and WWll monuments, tennis, basketball, playground, restrooms. Shelter house available for rent.
Circle Park
Fishing, public dock, picnic tables
Sunset Park
Living Heritage Tree Museum, band shell, playground, restrooms, fishing
Frank Starr Park
Volleyball, open picnic shelters, playground, restrooms, fishing, public ADA dock
Scout Park
Playground, lighthouse, restrooms, fishing, public dock
Bel Air Beach
Public boat ramp, swimming beach
Emerald Park
Playground, tennis
Mandeville Park
Disc golf course, baseball/softball
West 9th Street Park
Playground, baseball/softball
Field of Dreams
Soccer, baseball
Kiwanis Park
Playground
Seneca Park
Playground, basketball court