About Clear Lake

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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

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

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

  • Absolute Waste
    1313 2nd Avenue South
    Clear Lake, IA 50428
    (641) 357-4517

Click here for the Recycling Brochure

  • 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!

Feel Good Friday

Feel Good Friday

Another amazing week in Clear Lake! BY: RACHEL WUMKES I really don’t want to jinx it, but have we not had THE most amazing weather lately?  My goodness.  It’s been the epitome of summer perfection around here.  Of course, with great weather comes all the other...

Unticketing Cerro Gordo

Unticketing Cerro Gordo

Rewards for safe drivers! BY: RACHEL WUMKES Law enforcement officials have teamed up across the county for the ultimate giveaway for safe drivers.  Unticketing Cerro Gordo kicked off Memorial Day weekend and ends August 6, 2023.  This project is a collaborative effort...

Feel Good Friday

Feel Good Friday

Having all the Summer Fun! BY: RACHEL WUMKES Well friends, the first full week of summer is under our belt, and it was fabulous.  Sometimes the fact that I live in paradise really smacks me in the face.  You just can’t beat all the sun and fun here at the Lake. After...

Iowa’s Free Fishing Weekend

Iowa’s Free Fishing Weekend

*updated post from June, 2022* Enjoy the Great Outdoors on Clear Lake BY: RACHEL WUMKES It's free fishing weekend in Clear Lake, Iowa.  The perfect time to put a line in the water and try your luck at catching the big one! Fishing, also referred to as angling, is the...

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