Visit This Hidden Beach In Iowa To Get Away From It All

Iowa may not have sprawling ocean beaches, but it does have a plethora of beautiful natural swimming spots in its many lakes and rivers. Of course, everyone’s heard of or been to the Okoboji and Spirit Lake and had a blast swimming, water skiing, going to Arnolds Amusement Park, shopping and eating and just generally enjoying the bustling crowds and tourist attractions that the area has to offer. But sometimes it’s nice to go somewhere a little more off the beaten path, to just get away from it all and soak in the natural beauty from the warm sand and scenic water.

We think that Lake Geode, in Danville’s beautiful Geode State Park, is a hidden gem that provides relaxation and fun in the sun without all of the hustle and bustle.

Facebook/Geode State Park, IA The Geode State Park Beach is a perfect place to swim and enjoy a summer day.

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Flickr/simone pittaluga The park is named for the geode stones that can be found in the area. You can see a display of geodes at the park office, but remember that it is illegal to remove geodes and other natural materials from the park.

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Flickr/Gary Rosenfeld Aside from swimming at the beach, there are plenty of other activities, like several hiking trails, fishing, picnic areas and even camping if you want to make a weekend of it.

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Facebook/Geode State Park, IA There’s nothing as peaceful as watching a beautiful Iowa sunset over a lake, don’t you think?

Address: 3333 Racine Ave, Danville, IA 52623

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The Geode State Park Beach is a perfect place to swim and enjoy a summer day.

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The park is named for the geode stones that can be found in the area. You can see a display of geodes at the park office, but remember that it is illegal to remove geodes and other natural materials from the park.

Aside from swimming at the beach, there are plenty of other activities, like several hiking trails, fishing, picnic areas and even camping if you want to make a weekend of it.

There’s nothing as peaceful as watching a beautiful Iowa sunset over a lake, don’t you think?

Have you been to Lake Geode? What was your experience? For other swimming spots, check out these swimming holes.

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