Located off the shores of West Lake Okoboji and walking distance to Arnolds Park and Queens Court. Pick's Resort offers the perfect getaway in the Iowa Great Lakes. Surrounded by arts and culture, locally owned restaurants, shops, rides, and a lake view....ensuring your next trip to Pick's Resort will be memorable.
Nearby Fun
Nearby Fun
Located off the shores of West Lake Okoboji and walking distance to Arnolds Park and Queens Court. Pick's Resort offers the perfect getaway in the Iowa Great Lakes. Surrounded by arts and culture, locally owned restaurants, shops, rides, and a lake view....ensuring your next trip to Pick's Resort will be memorable.
There’s something for everyone at Arnolds Park Amusement Park. Enjoy exhilarating rides, a go-kart raceway, and carnival styled games and food!
25+
amusement park
Arnolds Park
rides for the family, kids, & thrill seekers
10
carnival-style games with dozens of different prizes to win
5+
food stands
right inside
the park
arnoldspark.com
eat + drink
Maxwell's Beach Cafe
Casually elegant dining with steaks, seafood, pasta and many gourmet dishes; full bar; wine and beer; heated patio. Inside and outside dining available.
Topog Coffeehouse
A refined, relaxed environment for guests to dine-in or carry-out while enjoying a full menu of coffee, fresh-baked bagels, bakery goods, hand-dipped ice cream, grab-and-go lunch options and artisanal desserts.
The Nutty Bar Stand
An Arnolds Park icon since 1945, we have been satisfying the area's sweet tooth for generations. Our homemade treats: Nutty Bars, drumsticks, frozen bananas, and root beer are Okoboji area must haves!
Boardwalk Bar & Grill
Italian beef sandwiches, gyros, burgers, fresh-cut French fries, beer and more.
BonBon Frozen Yogurt
A self-serve frozen yogurt shop offering 8 different flavors and over 30 toppings ranging from cookie dough to fruit.
Bob's on the Beach
Soft drinks, hot dogs, hamburgers, french fries, and so much more.
Ruthven Meat Locker
Locker trash, boji balls, beef sticks, spices, rubs, steaks to go, and more.
Sweet Memories
Salt water taffy, nut rolls, turtles and more sweets.
Sugar Shack
Old fashioned candies, chocolates, gummies, and Okoboji memories since 1972.
Captain's Getaway
Live Music, Good Eats, Great Times.
Okoboji Store
Where East meets West. Enjoy your food lakeside with live music or up above with a great view.
Wine Bar + Art Gallery
Unique atmosphere serving Wine, Domestic and Craft Beers, and Specialty drinks.
Pirate Jack’s
Drinks on the waterfront with a pirate flair. Ahoy, matey!
Shopping
Queens Court
Topside
Women’s clothing boutique.
Topog Coffeehouse
A coffeehouse, ice cream shop, & mercantile.
The Boat House
Clothing & accessories inspired by life at the lake.
The Three Sons
University of Okoboji & name brand apparel & accessories.
Maritime Museum Gift Shop
Okoboji & Arnolds Park Amusement Park clothing, Iowa and Iowa State clothing, toys, books, souvenirs, and novelty items.
Books n' Things
Books, gifts, & clothing.
Central Emporium
Full of unique locally owned stores like the Sugar Shack, Brad's Bungalow, Animal House, and much more!
museums + more
The Queen II
As famous as the Park itself, the Queen II is an Okoboji favorite. Climb aboard the Queen II excursion boat, with an open-air upper deck and enclosed lower deck.
Martime Museum
View rare artifacts and immerse yourself in the lore of the Iowa Great Lakes. See a rare collection of antique wooden boats and view a boat pulled from the depths of West Okoboji. Browse the new reproduction of the “Okoboji Store.” Or peruse retro ride parts, signs and other souvenirs left from Arnolds Park’s earlier days. Whether young or old, an Okoboji native or a first-time visitor, the Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum is an integral part of your Arnolds Park experience.
Arnolds Park Museum
In September 2017, the Park received a surprise call with the announcement that the Funhouse Toys would be coming back to the Park through a generous donation from Dan Wells, Jared and Jacqui Penne, Mackenzie Wells, Carly Wells, and Tim and Joren Kinnetz. The slide, barrel and sugar bowl were all installed inside the newly expanded Arnolds Park Museums in early 2018.
Iowa Rock 'n Roll Music Association Hall of Fame & Museum
The Iowa Rock 'n Roll Music Association Hall of Fame & Museum exists to preserve the legacy of rock and roll music in Iowa by honoring achievements, educating youth and inspiring artists. deck.
great outdoors
Farmers Market
Enjoy live music, food, fresh produce, and goods from local vendors, shopping, children's activities, and yoga on the pier.
The Green Space
Enjoy Summer concerts, a picnic, or just enjoy the lakeview in this spacious green area.
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
Putt your way through the world of 18th century pirates--beneath cascading waterfalls, across a natural stream and past pirate ship ruins! Nestled in a naturally beautiful landscape, this 18-hole course will delight your family.
The Beach
The beach is free to enjoy, whether it’s building a sand castle or beating your friends on the sand volleyball court.
The Shift • Healing Arts
More than a yoga studio…We're here to shift the way you perceive yourself & the world around you by offering a safe space to explore & embrace who you are. Join us on The Green Space in the summer!
Summer Concert Series
With free concerts AND fireworks every Saturday night, this attractive area is perfect for friends and family to sit down in the green grass and soak in all the amazing music of the night. Learn More!
There’s something for everyone at Arnolds Park Amusement Park. Enjoy exhilarating rides, a go-kart raceway, and carnival styled games and food!
25+
amusement
park
Arnolds Park
rides for the family, kids, & thrill seekers
10
carnival-style
games with dozens of different prizes to win
5+
food stands
right inside
the park
arnoldspark.com
Maxwell's Beach Cafe
eat + drink
Casually elegant dining with steaks, seafood, pasta and many gourmet dishes; full bar; wine and beer; heated patio. Inside and outside dining available.
Topog Coffeehouse
A refined, relaxed environment for guests to dine-in or carry-out while enjoying a full menu of coffee, fresh-baked bagels, bakery goods, hand-dipped ice cream, grab-and-go lunch options and artisanal desserts.
The Nutty Bar Stand
An Arnolds Park icon since 1945, we have been satisfying the area's sweet tooth for generations. Our homemade treats: Nutty Bars, drumsticks, frozen bananas, and root beer are Okoboji area must haves!
Boardwalk Bar & Grill
Italian beef sandwiches, gyros, burgers, fresh-cut French fries, beer and more.
BonBon Frozen Yogurt
A self-serve frozen yogurt shop offering 8 different flavors and over 30 toppings ranging from cookie dough to fruit.
Bob's
Soft drinks, hot dogs, hamburgers, french fries, and so much more.
Ruthven Meat Locker
Locker trash, boji balls, beef sticks, spices, rubs, steaks to go, and more.
Sweet Memories
Salt water taffy, nut rolls, turtles and more sweets.
Sugar Shack
Old fashioned candies, chocolates, gummies, and Okoboji Memories since 1972.
Captain's Getaway
Live Music, Good Eats, and Great Times.
Okoboji Store
Where East meets West. Enjoy your food lakeside with live music or up above with a great view.
Wine Bar + Art Gallery
Unique atmosphere serving Wine, Domestic & Craft Beers, and Specialty drinks.
Pirate Jack’s
Drinks on the waterfront with a pirate flair. Ahoy, matey!
Shopping
Queens Court + Arnolds Park
Topog Coffeehouse
A coffeehouse, ice cream shop, & mercantile.
Boat House Apparel
Clothing & accessories inspired by life at the lake.
Topside
Women’s clothing boutique.
The Three Sons
University of Okoboji & name brand apparel & accessories.
Books n' Things
Books, gifts, & clothing.
Maritime Museum Gift Shop
Okoboji & Arnolds Park Amusement Park clothing, Iowa and Iowa State clothing, toys, books, souvenirs, and novelty items.
Central Emporium
Full of unique locally owned stores like the Sugar Shack, Brad's Bungalow, Animal House, and much more!
museums
+ more
Martime Museum
View rare artifacts and immerse yourself in the lore of the Iowa Great Lakes. See a rare collection of antique wooden boats and view a boat pulled from the depths of West Okoboji. Browse the new reproduction of the “Okoboji Store.” Or peruse retro ride parts, signs and other souvenirs left from Arnolds Park’s earlier days. Whether young or old, an Okoboji native or a first-time visitor, the Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum is an integral part of your Arnolds Park experience.
Arnolds Park Museum
In September 2017, the Park received a surprise call with the announcement that the Funhouse Toys would be coming back to the Park through a generous donation from Dan Wells, Jared and Jacqui Penne, Mackenzie Wells, Carly Wells, and Tim and Joren Kinnetz. The slide, barrel and sugar bowl were all installed inside the newly expanded Arnolds Park Museums in early 2018.
The Queen II
As famous as the Park itself, the Queen II is an Okoboji favorite. Climb aboard the Queen II excursion boat, with an open-air upper deck and enclosed lower deck.
Iowa Rock 'n Roll Music Association Hall of Fame & Museum
The Iowa Rock 'n Roll Music Association Hall of Fame & Museum exists to preserve the legacy of rock and roll music in Iowa by honoring achievements, educating youth and inspiring artists. deck.
The great
outdoors
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
Putt your way through the world of 18th century pirates--beneath cascading waterfalls, across a natural stream and past pirate ship ruins! Nestled in a naturally beautiful landscape, this 18-hole course will delight your family.
The Beach
The Arnolds Park Beach is free to enjoy, whether it’s building a sand castle or beating your friends on the sand volleyball court.
Farmers Market
Enjoy live music, food, fresh produce, and goods from local vendors, shopping, children's activities, and yoga on the pier.
The Green Space
Enjoy Summer concerts, a picnic, or just enjoy the lakeview in this spacious green area.
The Shift • Healing Arts
More than a yoga studio…We're here to shift the way you perceive yourself & the world around you by offering a safe space to explore & embrace who you are. Join us on The Green Space in the summer!
Summer Concert Series
With free concerts AND fireworks every Saturday night, this attractive area is perfect for friends and family to sit down in the green grass and soak in all the amazing music of the night. Learn More!
