Summer in Clear Lake doesn’t just show up. It fills up. Boat rentals book. Patio tables fill. Event weekends sneak up. The people who plan early are the ones who actually relax. If you’re going to plan your summer in Clear Lake, Iowa, now is the time. Let’s map it out! Mark the Major Clear Lake, Iowa Summer Events Let's...
What Visitors Need to Know About McIntosh Woods State Park in Clear Lake, Iowa for the 2026 Season McIntosh Woods State Park in Clear Lake, Iowa, is moving forward after significant storm damage in 2025 and preparing for a major campground renovation in 2026. Here’s what visitors should know before planning a trip. 2025...
Winter in Clear Lake, Iowa just got a little more magical! The new modular ice skating rink in City Park is officially open, bringing a fun way to enjoy ice skating in Clear Lake right to the heart of the community. What started as a simple “wouldn’t this be fun?” idea quickly turned into a community-wide project thanks...
Because sometimes the best reset in January is a lunch that’s worth leaving your desk for. January brings tighter budgets, tighter pants healthier intentions, and long workdays that still need a good lunch in the middle. Whether you’re stepping out for a quick break or meeting up with coworkers, Clear Lake’s local...
If you’ve ever spotted a sleek sailboat gliding across a frozen Clear Lake at incredible speeds and wondered what it was, you’re not alone. Ice boating is one of the most exhilarating and least understood winter traditions here, and many locals have never seen it up close. We spoke with an experienced Clear Lake ice...
Your Guide to Ice Skating, Sledding, and Ice Fishing Clear Lake may be known for its summer lake days, but winter offers its own kind of outdoor adventure. From open-air ice skating to family sledding and early-season ice fishing, there are plenty of ways to enjoy Clear Lake in December and January. If you’re planning a...
What to Know Before Hitting the Water With Ice-Out being declared and the temperatures rising, it’s time to start thinking about hitting the water for a season full of fishing, boating, and adventure on Clear Lake! Whether you’re fishing for walleye, renting a pontoon, or buying a new boat, this guide has everything you...
