Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Arnolds Park travel guide

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You're Going to Love Arnolds Park

With a population of 1,126, Arnolds Park is a must-see destination in Iowa, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Arnolds Park to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Arnolds Park

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bracco World Cafe and Island Bar - Okoboji (317 240th Ave) and The Waterfront Grille - Okoboji (610 Linden Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Arnolds Park

Arnolds Park in February
Estimated hotel price
$90
1 night at 3-star hotel
Arnolds Park in February
Estimated hotel price
$90
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Arnolds Park

Plane

Although Arnolds Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Fort Dodge (FOD), which is located 74 miles from Arnolds Park. Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field is the most popular, with regular flights from Copa Airlines, Frontier, Lufthansa and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Arnolds Park departs from St. Louis and takes around 5h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Arnolds Park is to pick up a car rental from Minneapolis, which is about 144 miles from Arnolds Park. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Minneapolis.

Plane

Although Arnolds Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Fort Dodge (FOD), which is located 74 miles from Arnolds Park. Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field is the most popular, with regular flights from Copa Airlines, Frontier, Lufthansa and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Arnolds Park departs from St. Louis and takes around 5h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Arnolds Park is to pick up a car rental from Minneapolis, which is about 144 miles from Arnolds Park. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Minneapolis.

Airports near Arnolds Park

FSDSioux Falls Joe Foss Field
SUXSioux City Sioux Gateway
FODFort Dodge

Airlines serving Arnolds Park

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,414 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (734 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Arnolds Park

Most booked hotels in Arnolds Park

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AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 202 reviews)
$107+
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Okoboji Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 201 reviews)
$111+
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Vintage Block Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 209 reviews)
$110+
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The Inn Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8, 89 reviews)
$113+
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Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center
3 stars
Good (7.6, 269 reviews)
$105+
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Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji
2 stars
Good (7.4, 233 reviews)
$86+
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Renting a car in Arnolds Park

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Arnolds Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Arnolds Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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