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Big Spirit Lake

Iowa

13Listings$160K-$2.2M$10.5MTotal Value
Big Spirit Lake, Iowa

Located in Iowa, Big Spirit Lake real estate is the third largest market in the state for lake homes and lake lots.

On average, there are around 20 lake homes for sale on Big Spirit Lake, and very few lake lots and land parcels.

The lake is also known as Spirit lake and has 16 miles of shoreline.

About Big Spirit Lake

Largest Natural Lake in Iowa

Big Spirit Lake (also known as Spirit Lake) covers nearly 5,700 acres of surface area, with 16 miles of partially developed shoreline that features endless breathtaking views.

The lake reaches depths of up to 24 feet, this lake is accepted as the largest natural lake in the state of Iowa.

Great Location and History

Spirit Lake is located in Dickinson County and is surrounded by the cities of Orleans, Milford and Spencer. The lake is only 15 miles from I-90 and a short 40-minute drive to Spencer.

Spirit Lake was named by the Dakota Native Americans, who believed the lake was guarded with spirits. When the Native Americans initially named the lake, it was called "Minnewaukon" and was also called "Lac D'espirit" by French explorers, both meaning "Lake of Spirits."

Endless Fun

This all-sports lake offers many amenities, including boating, fishing, swimming, and many water sports. When you're not on the water, you can take to one of the many wildlife management areas and enjoy what nature offers.

Investing in Memories

When investing in real estate on Spirit Lake, you are gaining property and a lifestyle, and a lifetime of memories. It's time to make that lake living dream a reality, and Big Spirit Lake is where it starts.

Lake Overview

  • 16mi. of Shoreline
  • 17ft. Avg. Depth
  • 24ft. Deepest Depth
  • Shoreline Borders
    State Park (Some)
    National Park (Some)
  • Ownership
    Public
  • Acreage
    5,684

Information

  • Counties: Dickinson County
  • Fish: Black Crappie, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Largemouth Bass, Muskellunge Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Striped Bass
  • Sailing clubs: Okoboji Yacht Club
  • History: Named by the Dakota Native Americans who believed the lake was guarded by evil spirits.

Amenities

Marinas
(712) 336-3327
11959 240th Ave
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Golf Courses
(712) 336-4768
2159 IA-9
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Private
Campgrounds
(712) 337-3211
24490 100th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360

Nearby

Hospitals
(712) 336-1230
2301 US-71
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Airports
Sioux Gateway Airport
2403 Aviation Blvd, Sioux City, IA 51111
123 miles away
Fuller Airport
1905 N Ave, Milford, IA 51351
12 miles away