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Iowa State land-locked in mid-western United States might have you wondering – where are the beaches dude! But of course they are all over the place. With criss-crossing rivers and streams and several natural plus man-made lakes – you have plenty of water fronts to have fun on.
With Mississippi River in the east, Missouri River on the west and the Big Sioux River in the northwest, you have a zillion gallons to enjoy. Add to this the many natural lakes - Spirit Lake, Clear Lake, West Okoboji Lake and East Okoboji Lake. Not to mention created lakes - Lake Odessa, Saylorville Lake, Lake Red Rock, Coralville Lake, Lake MacBride and Rathburn Lake.
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Iowan summers are well known for their heat and humidity. Daytime temperatures can soar up to 90 °F and sometimes exceed 100 °F. Which is why people rush out to the beautiful Iowa beaches where they can surf, kiteboard, swim, beach volleyball, windsurf, or just enjoy the sun, surf and sand.
Standard swimming advisories are issued between Memorial Day and Labor Day each year since outdoor recreation at beaches in Iowa is typically limited during this time frame. Few beaches that lure regular visitors are:
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Spirit Lake : Enjoy swimming in the summers in the warm waters along Spirit Lake. One of the most beautiful beaches in the area is right here on north shore of Spirit Lake.
West Lake Okoboji : One of three blue water lakes in the world, this deep, blue-water Lake is crown jewel of Iowa having beautiful beaches on its shores.
Gull Point State Park Beaches : You have here every water sport imaginable. People wait year long to visit these naturally beautiful lakeside beaches.
Gray’s Lake Park : Enjoy outdoor fun in an urban setting at Des Moines. This natural resource includes a sandy beach, picnic area and boat rentals.
Saylorville Lake : Rejuvenate your spirits in this mid-western oasis offering boating, fishing, campgrounds, and picturesque lakesides along its beaches!
George Wyth State Park : Take a break from routine to savor outdoor recreation in the natural setting of George Wyth State Park Beaches.
Clear Lake : This natural body of water in north-central Iowa is a popular destination with exciting water front activities that get return-visitors all the time.
Lake MacBride State Park : With its great sandy beach you enjoy summers as never before. With 4 open picnic shelters and 2 day-use lodges you can enjoy swimming, boating, camping, fishing and picnicking.
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