You will find plenty of fun outdoor activities when you visit Rathbun Lake:
	Golf An exciting feature of the new Honey Creek Resort State Park is an 18-hole golf course. Designed for the novice and experienced golfer, the course is nestled in prairie and trees north of the resort’s main lodge area. Herfort Norby Golf Course Architects Golf Course Architect Kevin Norby

Swimming The 9,000 square foot indoor water park Honey Creek Resort is ideal for children and families. The water park features a lazy river, slides and other water features. A beautiful sand beach is also available for swimming and outdoor fun on the shore of Rathbun Lake.

Fishing Rathbun Lake is a fishing destination. The peninsulas and coves around the lake provide perfect habitat for crappie, channel catfish, walleye and largemouth bass. Anglers come from all over the Midwest to hook one at Rathbun. Maps and complete fishing details can be found on the DNR’s fishing page.

Boating Sometimes called “Iowa’s Ocean,” boaters will delight at the opportunities on this lake. Power boats, cabin cruisers and fishing boats have plenty of room to enjoy the water. The lake’s size and prominent winds also make Rathbun one of the best sailing lakes in Iowa, and sail boats are a common sight. Even canoers and kayakers will enjoy the hidden coves and peninsulas.

Wildlife Viewing Bird and wildlife watchers can make Rathbun a sightseeing destination. Several miles of trails around the lake provide ample opportunities for wildlife viewing. From bald eagles to orioles, and from deer to otters, the wildlife around Rathbun Lake have plentiful natural habitat in which to live.

Trails Is biking and hiking more your style? Honey Creek Resort and Honey Creek State Park offer dozens of miles of trails through prairie and forest. Other recreation opportunities include cross-country skiing in the winter, swimming, hunting and much more.