About Clear Lake
A Rich and Colorful History
In the spring of 1852, James Dickirson, a farmer, claimed both the land where Clear Lake now stands and a tract of land east of the community. In 1854, he received a patent from the United States for 134 acres of land in what is now downtown Clear Lake. Working tirelessly, Dickirson turned Clear Lake, Iowa into an oasis for the Midwest.
The beautiful lake is spring-fed, formed by glaciers some 14,000 years ago. Clear Lake has a surface area of 3,684 acres and measures seven miles long and two and one-half miles wide. It boasts amazing beaches for swimming and a large variety of species for fishing.
Explore the amenities and resources below for the community of Clear Lake, Iowa. We hope you visit soon!
POPULATION FIGURES
CLIMATE INFORMATION
Clear Lake Community Schools
The Clear Lake Community School District is a public preschool through 12th grade institution serving the community of Clear Lake, Iowa. The vision of the Clear Lake Community School District is that ALL students will have the tools to build a productive future and reach their dreams.
Superintendent’s Office
1529 3rd Ave. N.
Clear Lake, Iowa 50428
641-357-2181
Clear Creek Elementary
(Preschool – 5th Grade)
901 S. 14th St.
Clear Lake, Iowa 50428
641-357-5288
Clear Lake Middle School
(6th – 8th Grade)
1601 3rd Ave. N.
Clear Lake, Iowa 50428
641-357-6114
Clear Lake High School
(9th-12th Grade)
125 N. 20th St.
Clear Lake, Iowa 50428
641-357-5235
Newman Catholic Schools
The mission of the Newman Catholic School System is to educate individuals in the Catholic tradition by developing their spiritual, intellectual, and cultural lives.
Newman Catholic Schools
2445 19th St. SW
Mason City, Iowa 50401
641-423-6939
North Iowa Area Community College
Clear Lake’s North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) is a nationally-ranked, two-year institution that serves students of all ages and abilities.
NIACC
500 College Dr.
Mason City, Iowa 50401
641-423-1264
Childcare Resources
Clear Lake Churches
Relocation Resources
Looking to make a move to Clear Lake, Iowa? Below you will find helpful links and information to make your transition run smoothly!
Request a Relocation Packet
Clear Lake Realtors
Clear Lake Utilities
Electricity & Natural Gas Supplier
- Alliant Energy
(800) 255-4268
Telephone Service
- Clear Lake Independent Telephone Company (CL TEL)
(641) 357-2111 - MediaCom
(800) 392-6688
Water, Sewer & Garbage
- City of Clear Lake
15 North 6th Street
P.O. Box 185
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-5267
Cable & Satellite Television
- Clear Lake Independent Telephone Company (CL TEL)
(641) 357-2111 - MediaCom
(800) 392-6688
Medical Facilities
- Waypoint Medical
1801 Hwy 18 E
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-1999 - Iowa Specialty Hospital – Gabrielson Clinic
401 S 17th St
Clear Lake, IA 50428 - Iowa Specialty Hospital – Garner Clinic
840 W US-18
Garner, IA 50438 - Mercy Family Clinic – Clear Lake
1410 6th Avenue South
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-2191 - Mercy Pediatric & Adolescent Clinic
401 S 15th Street
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-7442 - MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
1000 4th Street SW
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 428-7000
- Clear Lake Pediatric Dentistry
1601 4th Ave S
Clear Lake, Iowa
641-357-7177 - Family Dentistry
800 1st Ave N Suite 2
Clear Lake, Iowa
641-357-8111 - Lake Dental Associates
102 N 5th Street
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-4112 - Scribbins Family Dentistry
108 S 4th Street
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-3315
Motor Vehicle Licensing & Registration
- Iowa Department of Transportation
2570 4th St SW
Mason City, Iowa
(641) 423-8391 - Cerro Gordo County
220 North Washington Avenue
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-3126
Post Office
- Clear Lake Post Office
410 – 1st Avenue North
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-2013
Recycling
Click here to view the Recycling Programs for Residents
- Absolute Waste
1313 2nd Avenue South
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-4517
- Landfill of North Iowa
15942 Kildeer Avenue
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-5452
Clear Lake Civic Organizations
Recent Blog Posts
Check out our recent entries regarding the happenings in Clear Lake, Iowa!
Clear Lake Events April 16-22, 2026
All events are free unless noted. Exhibition: The Shape of Nature All Media Contest Experience the creativity of Iowa’s landscapes, wildlife, and...
Updates Around the Lake
If you haven’t visited in a little while, you’ll notice something: Clear Lake doesn’t sit still. While the lake stretches toward spring, projects across the community are taking shape — from new visitor amenities to family attractions and downtown improvements. Here’s...
Beth Ann Schumacher Named July 4 Parade Grand Marshal
By: Ashley Weiss For Beth Ann Schumacher, being named the grand marshal of Clear Lake’s July 4th Celebration is still hard to put into words. “I’m overwhelmed,” she said. “I always think about people who are really important getting to do that job. I don’t think of...
Clear Lake Events April 9-15, 2026
All events are free unless noted. Secondary Art Drop Off Join the Clear Lake Arts Center for Art Month Spring Cleaning: Secondhand Art Market, a...
Clear Lake Events & Business News | March 2026 Chamber Newsletter
Welcome to the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce’s March 2026 quarterly newsletter! If you’re looking for things to do in Clear Lake, Iowa, want to stay connected to local businesses, or are searching for ways to grow your business in North Iowa, our latest...