Guide To Fishing At West Okoboji Lake
AKA: West Lake

With fish species a plenty, West Okoboji Lake is a year-round attraction for fishing enthusiasts. Sporting healthy populations of bass, catfish, crappie, walleye, sunfish, perch, muskie and northern pike, the lake is ideal for ice fishing in winter.
Anglers enjoy traditional fishing methods during warmer weather. This 3,850-acre lake is located in northwest Iowa at Okoboji. Anglers fishing from boats can access over 20 miles of shoreline. While much of the lake is surrounded by private boat docks, there are plenty of opportunities for fishing from the bank at campgrounds and public access areas. Marinas, boat launch ramps, boat rentals and a fish cleaning station are available to the public. Camping, lodging, restaurants and convenience stores are scattered around the lake.
What to fish for...
Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, walleye, bluegill, white bass, yellow bass, yellow perch, muskie and northern pike at West Okoboji Lake in Iowa.
Primary fish species residing in West Okoboji Lake
Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.
West Okoboji Lake Amenities
Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Fishing Boat Rentals
Extreme Watersports
Rentals: Pontoon boats
712 332-5406
Okoboji Boat Works
Rentals: Pontoon boats
712 332-9904
Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Emerson Bay Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off Emerson Street, this is a three-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.
Meneyata Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Lakeside Avenue, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.
South Lagoon Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest section of the lake, off S Lagoon Street, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Marinas
Okoboji Boat Works
1401 Lake Shore Dr
Okoboji, IA 51355
712 332-9904
Click here for a Iowa Fishing License.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Gull Point Campground - 712 337-3211
Emerson Bay State Recreation Area Campground - 712 337-3211
Arnolds Park City Campground - 712 332-2341
Minnewashta Campground - 712 332-2341
Camp Boji RV Park - 712 332-5114
Lakewood Park Resort RV Park - 712 332-5030
Fieldstone RV Park - 712 332-7631
West Okoboji Lake IA Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Lake Video
Contact Information
West Okoboji Lake
Gull Point State Park
9RCJ+FC Wahpeton
Lakeville, IA
712 337-3211
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West Okoboji Lake in Iowa.
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Information about fishing lakes in Iowa
Fishing in northwest Iowa for crappie, walleye, perch, muskie and northern pike.