Okoboji Gull Point State Park, (fishing, swimming, boating, hiking, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, canoeing, sailing, bird watching, wildlife viewing). From Okoboji, take US 71 southwest, 6 miles. 712-337-3211
Estherville Fort Defiance State Park, (hiking, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, bird watching, horseback riding, wildlife and wildflower viewing). From Estherville, take IA 9 west to County N 26 south, 1.5 miles. 712-362-2078