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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

SCHOOLS CHURCHES RELOCATION RESOURCES CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS CITY OF CLEAR LAKE

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

Telephone Service

Water, Sewer & Garbage

Cable & Satellite Television

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

Motor Vehicle Licensing & Registration

Post Office

  • Clear Lake Post Office
    410 – 1st Avenue North
    Clear Lake, IA 50428
    (641) 357-2013

Click to Change your address online.

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

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2024 12 December Newsletter

2024 12 December Newsletter

Dec 30, 2024

Welcome to the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce’s December 2024 quarterly newsletter! We launched this digital, print-friendly publication last year to help you feel more connected to our organization and fellow members as well as educate you about resources and...

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