The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (back of a cove) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
West Okoboji Lake
Dickinson County, Iowa · 3,850 acres (6 sq mi)
45°F water, level steady, calm this morning.
About West Okoboji Lake
West Okoboji Lake is a natural lake in Dickinson County, Iowa, covering 3,850 acres. West Lake Okoboji is Iowa's deepest lake and is listed among the state's Outstanding Iowa Waters for its exceptional water clarity.
From end to end it runs about 5.6 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 31 miles. Its surface is about 1,400 ft above sea level. It reaches about 136 ft at its deepest. Arnolds Park is on the shore.
- Size
- 3,850 acres (6 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 136 ft
- Shoreline
- About 31 miles
- End to end
- About 5.6 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,400 ft
- Type
- Natural lake
- County
- Dickinson County
- Water
- Known for clear water
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Sunday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 4:15 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish in West Okoboji Lake
Anglers come to West Okoboji Lake for yellow perch, bluegill and sunfish, walleye, smallmouth bass, northern pike, muskie, crappie and white bass. With the surface at 45°F, the notes below say which of them should be biting.
- GoodYellow perch
Schooled near weed edges and soft bottom.
- SlowBluegill and sunfish
Cold. Deep and hard to tempt. Use tiny baits.
- GoodWalleye
Good cool-water bite, best at dusk and after dark.
- SlowSmallmouth bass
Cold. Slow presentations on deep rock.
- GoodNorthern pike
Prime range. Weed edges and shallow bays.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Back of a cove
Sheltered, shallower water where baitfish gather.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
Steady over 7 days.
Latest reading .
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:11 am · sunset 4:57 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near West Okoboji Lake
- Arnolds Parkon the shore
- Spirit Lakeon the shore
- Milfordabout 1.6 mi south
- Lake Parkabout 7.6 mi northwest
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Questions about West Okoboji Lake
What fish are in West Okoboji Lake?
West Okoboji Lake holds yellow perch, bluegill and sunfish, walleye, smallmouth bass, northern pike, muskie, crappie and white bass. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is West Okoboji Lake?
About 136 ft at the deepest point. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is West Okoboji Lake?
3,850 acres, with about 31 miles of shoreline.
What town is near West Okoboji Lake?
Arnolds Park is on the shore.
What is the water temperature at West Okoboji Lake today?
The surface was about 45°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
West Okoboji Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
