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Clear Lake, Iowa

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Clear Lake

Clear Lake, Iowa, is a vibrant lakefront town known for its outdoor recreation, live music, and rich history. Spend the day boating, fishing, or relaxing on the sandy shores of Clear Lake. Explore the Surf Ballroom, where Buddy Holly played his final concert, or stroll through the charming downtown filled with unique shops and restaurants. Whether you’re seeking adventure or relaxation, Clear Lake offers a perfect getaway.

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Shop, Eat, Play, Stay

Accommodations

Americas Best Value Inn
1306 N 25th St.
641-357-8700

AmericInn by Wyndham
1406 N 25th St.
641-357-8954

Best Western Holiday Inn
2023 7th Ave. N
641-357-5253

Fairfield Inn & Suites
1401 Bayou Rd.
641-357-8585

Lakeside Inn
1603 South Shore Dr.
319-569-3538

PM Park Resort & Cottages
15297 Raney Dr.
641-357-1991

Super 8 by Wyndham
2809 4th Ave. S
641-357-7521

1120 Vacation Rentals
308 4th Ave. S
641-420-1794

3rd&Surf
506 N 3rd St.
641-529-3085

Brickhouse Cottage
412 South Shore Dr.
641-512-3400

Central Gardens Victorian
809 2nd Ave. N
515-991-2101

The Clausen House
201 N 5th St. 
641-425-3700

Clear Lake Cottages
23 South Shore Dr.
641-210-9812

The Cozy Cottage
207 6th Ave S.
641-291-7902

The Fox Den
2436 242nd St. (Ventura)
641-232-9717

The Hidden JEM Lake House
2101 North Shore Dr.
515-571-3268

IAbnb
Multiple Locations
952-457-4572

Lake Time Loft
801 Main Ave.
641-781-1495

M & R Rentals
Multiple Properties
641-529-2476

Papa’s Place by the Lake CL
14958 Maple St.
973-219-5814

Porch on Main
1108 Main Ave.
469-231-2900

Sail Inn
15232 Evergreen Ave.
507-251-9339

The Schoolhouse Vacation Rental
408 2nd Ave. N
641-425-3700

The ScribInn’s
1505 North Shore Dr.
507-456-9672

Shore Fun Rental
4673 North Shore Dr.
641-860-0572

SplitSeas Lake View Cottage
3416 North Shore Dr.
641-590-1791

Clear Lake State Park
6490 South Shore Dr.
641-357-4242

Clear Water Campground
1201 Hwy 18 E (Ventura)
641-425-8733

Hidden Lakes Campground
3001 Willow Creek Ct.
641-494-4595

McIntosh Woods State Park
1200 E Lake St.
641-829-3847

Oakwood RV Park LLC
5419 240th St
641-357-4019

Shopping

14 Karat Studio
410 Main Ave.
641-357-1414

Brin + Lew 
414 Main Ave.
641-525-0446

Brothers Ace Hardware
580 Hwy 18 E
641-357-7080

Clear Lake Bait & Tackle Inc.
524 Hwy 18 E
641-231-8028

Clear Lake Boats Pro Shop
15296 Raney Dr
641-357-5571

Clear Lake Gift Shop
306 Main Ave
641-357-2159

Country Landscapes, Inc.
3210 Hwy 122
641-357-4919

Eva Marie’s
907 N. 8th St.
641-357-1951

Fareway Meat & Grocery
910 Hwy 18 W
641-357-5773

Goodnature’s Work Stop
520 Hwy 18 E
641-357-1913

Grace & Strength Boutique
20 N 8th St.
641-529-0065

Holistic Harmony
313 N 8th St.
641-357-4372

Images Photography & Fine Art
606 Buddy Holly Pl.
641-357-3965

Katie Casey Designs
419 Main Ave.
515-589-0383

Lake Fireplace & Spa
1604 Hwy 18 W
641-357-3325

Larson’s Mercantile
323 Main Ave.
641-357-7544

Louie’s Custom Meats & More
810 Hwy 18 W
641-357-6100

Master Floors – Carpet One
402 South 15th St.
641-357-7869

Mindful Methods
507 Main Ave.
641-781-0038

Moni Jo’s Olive Oil Co. & More
16A N. 8th St.
641-357-6664

One Vision Thrift Store
830 Hwy 18 W
641-357-5270

Paws at the Lake
850 Hwy 18 W
641-357-7292

Ralphene’s & Legacy Antiques
317 Main Ave.
641-357-2474

Randy’s Neighborhood Market
20 S. 4th St.
641-357-2167

Skip’s Kicks
308 Main Ave.
641-357-7547

Stone & Steel
608 Buddy Holly Pl.
641-295-4835

Surf Ballroom Gift Shop
460 North Shore Dr.
641-357-6151

The Funky Zebras of Clear  Lake
210 Hwy 18
641-357-0404

The Red Geranium
301 Main Ave.
641-357-1505

Unique Boutique
415 Main Ave.
641-357-1417

Weathered Elements
401 Main Ave.
641-357-0970

Wilcox Furniture
418 Main Ave.
641-357-5241

Woodford Lumber & Home Company
1800 7th Ave. N
641-357-2134

Attractions

Central Gardens of North Iowa
800 2nd Ave. N
641-357-0700

Clear Lake Arts Center
17 S. 4th St.
641-357-1998

Clear Lake Fire Museum
112 N 6th St.
641-357-2613

Clear Lake Storywalk
12th Ave. S

Freedom Rock
2 N 8th St.

Iowa DNR Aquarium
1203 North Shore Drive
641-357-3517

Iowa Trolley Park Railroad Museum
3429 Main Ave.
641-420-7754

Kinney Pioneer Museum
9184 265th St. Suite G
641-423-1258

Lady of the Lake
Downtown by the Seawall
641-357-2243

North Iowa Events Center
3700 4th St SW (Mason City)
641-423-3811

Plain Ol’ Pumpkins
4333 260th St.
641-529-0420

Plane Crash Site – The Day the Music Died
N 43 13′ 12”, W 93 23′ 0”

Surf Ballroom
460 North Shore Drive
641-357-6151

The Fox House
449 North Shore Drive
641-357-6151

Three Stars Plaza
North Shore Drive & 7th Ave. N

Wright on the Park, Inc.
15 W State St.
641-423-0689

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Guardian Angel Roadside Chapel
South 24th St.
641-357-4227

Dining

173° Craft Distillery
306 1st Ave. N
641-357-1733

Stars Family Restaurant
2309 3rd Ave. S
641-231-8026

Bennigan’s Clear Lake
2023 7th Ave. N
641-357-2366

The Boulevard Bar & Grill
1311 Bayou Rd.
641-357-3000

Cabin Coffee Company
303 Main Ave.
641-357-6500

Cancun by the Lake
14 N 3rd St.
641-357-6010

Charlie’s Soda Fountain
2 N 4th St.
952-457-4572

CLAW Café
115 N 20th St.
641-357-2529

Clear Lake Nutrition
604 Buddy Holly Pl.
641-440-0102

Cookies, etc.
217 Main Ave.
641-357-1060

Culver’s
1204 N 25th St.
641-357-0757

Da-Lish! Acai Bar
407 Main Ave.
641-357-2345

Elly’s Lounge
12 South Shore Dr.
641-231-0339

Fizz Co. Sips & Sweets
417 Main Ave.
641-425-9060

Ge-Jo’s By the Lake Italian Restaurant & Lounge
12 N 3rd St.
641-357-8288

Gyro Place
300 Main Ave.
641-357-2525

Half Moon Inn
701 Buddy Holly Pl.
641-357-9339

Holistic Harmony
313 N 8th St.
641-357-4372

Lake Pin & Play
514 Buddy Holly Pl.
641-357-2600

Lillie Mae Chocolates
423 Main Ave.
641-751-8581

Livonia’s Coffee Bar
408 Main Ave.
641-570-9784

McDonald’s
2 Plaza Dr.
641-357-6502

Muskie Lounge
702 East Lake St.
641-829-3850

NIP Fitness & Smoothie Bar
216 Hwy 18
641-357-1647

The Other Place
200 Hwy 18 W
641-357-8118

PM Park & Tiki Bar
15297 Raney Dr.
641-357-1991

Pretzelmaker
18 N. 3rd St.
641-357-5025

Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar
307 Main Ave
641-357-4629

Scooter’s Coffee
1903 Hwy 18 E
641-210-6404

Seven’s Restaurant & Steakhouse
307 Main Ave.
641-357-0106

South Shore Donut Co
1205 South Shore Dr.
641-357-8005

Starboard Market
320 Main Ave.
641-357-0660

Subway
210 Hwy 18
641-357-2442

Surf Galley
619 Buddy Holly Pl.
641-357-5756

The Surfside
444 North Shore Dr.
641-357-0444

TAP’d
313 Main Ave.
641-357-8273

VFW Post 4868
219 Main Ave.
641-357-7964

Clear Lake Agritourism Highlights 

Hydroponic

Harvest 

TrueFood

Farming has been a tradition for generations in the Barkman family. In 2020, Darren and Brian Barkman founded TrueFood, a hydroponic farming company dedicated to providing clean, tasty produce. Darren, an experienced hydroponic farmer, manages their advanced greenhouse in Stanton, Iowa, using natural practices like ladybugs for pest control. TrueFood supplies to local grocery stores, restaurants, schools, hospital and farmers markets. They plan to expand opening more greenhouses across the United States, while still maintaining a commitment to local communities.

Technology &
Innovation

Dreyer Brothers Drones

Dreyer Brothers Drones pioneers advanced drone technology solutions for diverse industries. Founded by brothers, the company delivers high-performance drones for aerial photography, videography, surveying, mapping and inspection. With a focus on innovation and reliability, they offer tailored services and top-quality products to meet the unique needs of clients across various sectors.

Fruits of the 

Land

Whitetail Valley 

Whitetail Valley, a family farm in Stanton, Iowa, offers a variety of activities and products including fruit wines made from their own apples using traditional Swiss methods. A new winery building is currently under construction to enhance their wine production and visitor experience. The farm features an orchard with over 60 varieties of fruit trees grown sustainably and Grampaw’s Punkin Patch, which sells pumpkins, melons, squash and gourds. Visitors are welcome by appointment to enjoy the farm’s offerings and scenic beauty.

Fika &

Folklore

Swedish Museum | Swedish Heritage & Cultural Center

Discover Swedish heritage in Iowa and the Midwest at the Swedish Heritage & Cultural Center in Stanton, Iowa. Immerse yourself in captivating museum exhibits, engaging tours, educational programs and lively events all dedicated to preserving and showcasing Swedish traditions and customs. Founded by a Swedish preacher in 1870, Stanton itself began as a Swedish settlement. Explore the center to discover how this community grew and thrived in Iowa, and don’t miss the chance to see the world’s biggest coffee pot and cup and saucer while you’re there! Welcome to Stanton! Välkommen!

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