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End of Season

Blowout Deals

Explore our featured selection of new boat models priced to go!

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End of Season

Blowout Deals

Explore our featured selection of new boat models priced to go!

Boat cruising on Lake Okoboji next to Parks Marina.

Paradise on
East Lake Okoboji

Full service marina with
boat sales and entertainment.

Explore Our Campus

Boat cruising on East Lake in Okoboji, Iowa.

Get on the Water

Purchase your dream boat,

rent a boat, or book a cruise.

Wake boat cruising on lake.
Lakeside view of the Barefoot Bar.

Relax Under the Palms

Sip lakeside at the world famous 

Barefoot Bar!

Cajun seafood platter served at Snappers Cafe.

Lakeside Dining

Enjoy a bite to eat at our

lakeside cafe.

Elegant wedding setup in events venue.

Book an Event

Plan your dream wedding,

holiday party, and more.

Upcoming Events

  • Tailgate Party
    Tailgate Party
    Sat, Sep 06
    Snappers
    Sep 06, 2025, 11:00 AM
    Snappers, 24457 178th St, Okoboji, IA 51355, USA
    Join us at Snappers for the Cy-Hawk rivalry game starting at 11 AM. Watch the Iowa State Cyclones play against University of Iowa Hawkeyes on indoor and outdoor tv's! Boat up or drive up and enjoy our tailgate menu with food & beer specials.
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  • FULL MOON PARTY: The Fishheads
    FULL MOON PARTY: The Fishheads
    Sun, Sep 07
    Sep 07, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Barefoot Bar, 24457 Stake Out Road, Okoboji, IA 51355, USA
    Come early for our seafood boil!
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  • Live Music with Scott Kirkhart
    Live Music with Scott Kirkhart
    Sep 11, 2025, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Snappers, 24457 178th St, Okoboji, IA 51355, USA
    Join us for live music featuring Scott Kirkhart on Thursday September, 11th from 3-7 PM!
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  • Live Music with Scott Kirkhart
    Live Music with Scott Kirkhart
    Sep 28, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Snappers, 24457 178th St, Okoboji, IA 51355, USA
    Join us for live music featuring Scott Kirkhart on Sunday, September 28th from 2-5 PM!
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  • Karaoke with Big Nacho
    Karaoke with Big Nacho
    Fri, Oct 10
    Oct 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Snappers, 24457 178th St, Okoboji, IA 51355, USA
    Join us for Karaoke featuring Big Nacho starting at 7 PM!
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Cruising in a glass bottom boat on a sunny day in Okoboji.
Guitar during live entertainment.
Large crowd at live concert.
Boat on blue water lake.

Get on the Water

Purchase your dream boat,

rent a boat, or book a cruise.

Relax Under the Palms

Sip lakeside at the world famous Barefoot Bar!

Barefoot Bar lakeside view.
Elegant wedding venue table setting.

Book an Event

Plan your dream wedding,

holiday party, and more!

Lakeside Dining

Enjoy a bite to eat at our 

lakeside cafe.

Cajun seafood platter.

Explore our Campus

More to Explore

Off-campus stops, webcams, contests & other fun stuff.

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Palm at the Park

Iowa's first Lilly Pulizter Specialty Store! Located in the Central Emporium in Arnold's Park, this is a must-stop for bright & fun apparel and souvenirs.

Shop
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Webcams

Never miss the fun! Enjoy the lake views, watch live bands, or people watch all day long!

Webcams
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Photo Contest

Enter our annual photo contest for a chance to win a $200 giftcard!

Learn More
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Sioux Falls Marina

Our sister location in South Dakota. Check out their inventory!

Sioux Falls Marina
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Monthly Newsletter

Keep up with all things Parks Marina, including entertainment and special promos.

Newsletter
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Careers

Join our team! Check out our current open positions.

Careers
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Watch the fun unfold, check out

our live bands, and enjoy the beauty of East Lake Okoboji!

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Send us your photos featuring our Barefoot gear for a chance to win a $200 Parks Marina gift card!

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Stay up to date with the latest happenings on the Marina Campus, plus get an early look at upcoming events and deals. 

Monthly Newsletter

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Join our team! Take a look at our current openings on campus.

Historic photo of original East lake marina.

How it all began

Parks Marina on East Lake Okoboji was established in 1983 when Leo “Butch” Parks purchased the then Gibson Sporting Goods. What was once a small fishing boat sales and repair facility, has expanded into a diversified multi-location business, with marinas, sales, service, storage, boat rentals, pro-shops, and specialty retail stores. Parks Marina on East Lake Okoboji features the World Famous Barefoot Bar, Snappers, Boat Rentals and more! Parks Marina in Sioux Falls, SD features boat Sales and Service.

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