OKOBOJI, IA – The Iowa DNR will host a public meeting on Monday, Nov. 16 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss potential lease agreements at four state-owned access points in the Okoboji area. The meeting will take place at the Maser Monarch Lodge, 2273 170th St, Okoboji, IA 51355. The public are invited and encouraged to attend.
After receiving public feedback about parking and storage of unattended commercial vessels on state-owned shoreline, the DNR has identified four state-owned access points where approved lease applicants can park or moor their vessels during the 2027 recreational season. The proposed locations are: Highway 9 boat ramp; Templar Park boat ramp; Trigg's boat ramp; and Minnewashta boat ramp.
The lease program will be presented at the meeting with more specifics on the proposed areas along with plans and timelines. Attendees will have the opportunity to provide feedback and ask questions.