Arnolds Park Amusement Park

Arnolds Park Amusement Park is an attraction in Arnolds Park, IA, part of the Minneapolis–St. Paul guide. Cost: free.

37 Lake Street · Arnolds Park, IA

Why you should go…

Arnolds Park traces its start to 1889, when a toboggan-style waterslide went up on the south shore of West Lake Okoboji, and you can walk the grounds without paying to enter. Rides are split into kids, family and thrill groups, with a raceway alongside. The wooden Legend coaster, designed by John A. Miller, is an ACE Coaster Landmark. You can also board the Queen II excursion boat, visit the maritime museum, or catch live music at the Roof Garden.

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