Gather up your fur capes and horn necklaces, and embrace your inner primal beast at Viking Lake State Park! This place is super popular for summer fun. Viking Lake is at the center of adventure with swimming, fishing, and boating (just don’t forget that sunscreen). Lakeshore camping makes weekend getaways a breeze, and even when the water freezes over winter snowmobiling and hiking still make the park a beautiful place to explore. Cycle the trails or bring the kiddos for some paddle boating, Viking Lake is your spot for a wild outdoor adventure!
Gather up your fur capes and horn necklaces, and embrace your inner primal beast at Viking Lake State Park! This place is super popular for summer fun. Viking Lake is at the center of adventure with swimming, fishing, and boating (just don’t forget that sunscreen). Lakeshore camping makes weekend getaways a breeze, and even when the water freezes over winter snowmobiling and hiking still make the park a beautiful place to explore. Cycle the trails or bring the kiddos for some paddle boating, Viking Lake is your spot for a wild outdoor adventure!
With a bright blue lake, lush greenery, and loads of wildlife, it’s no wonder why Viking Lake State Park is one of southwest Iowa’s most popular campgrounds. Set up camp at one of the many shaded and sizeable campsites and get ready for some serious outdoor adventurin’. Explore down the Bur Oak Trail and get a feel for Viking Lake’s gorgeous flora Read more...
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Viking Lake State Park
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With a bright blue lake, lush greenery, and loads of wildlife, it’s no wonder why Viking Lake State Park is one of southwest Iowa’s most popular campgrounds. Set up camp at one of the many shaded and sizeable campsites and get ready for some serious outdoor adventurin’. Explore down the Bur Oak Trail and get a feel for Viking Lake’s gorgeous flora Read more...
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