Lower Gar State Recreation Area Tours and Activities

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DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Alsip

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Alsip

4 out of 5
per person
Dec. 24 - Dec. 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Chicago (MDW)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Best hotel in the area!

Reviewed on Nov. 9, 2024

Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt

Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt

4 out of 5
Downtown Chicago
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Dec. 25 - Jan. 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Chicago (ORD)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
This historic hotel is in the perfect location to visit the city and discover the many bars and restaurants on Chicago’s near north side. It has a nice mix of old and new features, paying homage to the famous Pump Room. Stunning reception. Our room had not really been upgraded to modern standard but the bed was super comfortable. Unfortunately the air conditioning was noisy as was the toilet which was continually running. But it was reasonably priced which made up for it’s shortcomings.

Reviewed on Nov. 3, 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston

3.5 out of 5
per person
Jan. 22 - Jan. 29
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Chicago (ORD)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Very nice and comfortable hotel and friendly staff.. pleasant inside the hotel !!! However, parking is difficult and expensive and the area is not easy to navigate. Overall, if the hotel paid for parking i would feel much more satisfied.

Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2024

Popular places to visit

Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum

Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum in Arnolds Park. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum
Higgins Museum

Higgins Museum

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Higgins Museum in Okoboji. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Higgins Museum
Goodies Handmade Candies

Goodies Handmade Candies

Take the family on an outing to Goodies Handmade Candies during your trip to Spirit Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Goodies Handmade Candies
Elinor Bedell State Park

Elinor Bedell State Park

Explore the great outdoors at Elinor Bedell State Park, a lovely green space in Spirit Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Elinor Bedell State Park

Arnolds Park

Explore the great outdoors at Arnolds Park, a lovely green space in Arnolds Park. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Arnolds Park

Emerald Hills Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Arnolds Park at Emerald Hills Golf Course. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Emerald Hills Golf Course

Best Lodging Options Near Lower Gar State Recreation Area

Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center
Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center
3 out of 5
1405 Highway 71, Okoboji, IA
Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center
Bridges Bay Resort
Bridges Bay Resort
3.5 out of 5
630 Linden Drive, Arnolds Park, IA
Bridges Bay Resort
Okoboji Inn & Suites
Okoboji Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
3400 Okoboji Ave, Milford, IA
Okoboji Inn & Suites
The Inn Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
The Inn Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
3.5 out of 5
15 Dam Rd, Arnolds Park, IA
The Inn Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Amazing West Lake Okoboji Home! Location, Location, Location!!!
Amazing West Lake Okoboji Home! Location, Location, Location!!!
Arnolds Park
Amazing West Lake Okoboji Home! Location, Location, Location!!!
Penthouse Luxury with Lake Views & 6 FREE waterpark passes daily at Bridges Bay.
Penthouse Luxury with Lake Views & 6 FREE waterpark passes daily at Bridges Bay.
Arnolds Park
Penthouse Luxury with Lake Views & 6 FREE waterpark passes daily at Bridges Bay.
Bring ALL of your family and friends to stay at the Central Stay Cation in Arnolds Park!
Bring ALL of your family and friends to stay at the Central Stay Cation in Arnolds Park!
Arnolds Park
Bring ALL of your family and friends to stay at the Central Stay Cation in Arnolds Park!
Lakefront BB Condo. Updated expanded deck, panoramic views & 6 waterpark passes.
Lakefront BB Condo. Updated expanded deck, panoramic views & 6 waterpark passes.
Arnolds Park
Lakefront BB Condo. Updated expanded deck, panoramic views & 6 waterpark passes.
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Beautiful view of the beach with palm trees

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