This small Iowa state park is actually closer to the town of Spirit Lake and is the "Go To" place…read moreto take my son swimming when we're here in the summer. My brother also worked here for a time during his summer job for the Iowa State Department of Natural Resources. Pike's Point is a small park and consists of very nice beachfront on West Lake Okoboji, a lodge building and various picnic and green space areas. The swimming area is marked off and the really neat feature is the swimming platform. My son and I have come here for years and pushed each other off that platform, skipped rocks by the beach, and just hung out. Please also check out Blue Water Studios in Arnolds Park for some neat pictures of Pike's Point and surrounding Okoboji locations. I particularly like the winter shots.

This park was a 5 minute drive from our hotel and you get to drive thru the most beautiful lake…read morefront homes just before you hit the green space. There is a parking lot and a staircase down to the water. Multiple picnic tables and grills for families to enjoy a cookout. There is even a covered stone section where you can build a fire, but there was a lot of garbage and dead fish around from people that didn't dispose of their rubbish correctly. I had taken off my shoes and waded into the cool clear water with another group and on my walk out I saw dead fish heads in multiple areas. Sad that there are some that cannot clean up but this is still a nice little (FREE) hidden area to enjoy a day with friends or even alone. Plenty of shade in sections too.

Not sure where all the negative reviews are coming from. I was a Marine from 84' to 90'....I have…read morePTSD from a helicopter crash in the ocean where we ended up for over 7 hours in the water before we were rescued. I was one of the people you see on the commercials dropping into the ocean from a helicopter. I am confronting my fears by getting back into the water. I have seen nothing but professionalism from the staff so far. When dealing with people's lives, sometimes you need to be strict and to keep the rules on track for safety, and sometimes that might come off as being rude. Keep in mind, when anyone or everyone enters the water, those staff are responsible for making sure you leave the way you came in at the end of your time in the water. As far as limited parking for disabled....I am at 100% and to be honest....one of the best parking lots for people with disabilities, even if you don't get the disabled parking up front. I might be slightly bias as they do give a disabled vet discount, but trust me, this place is way better than others I have been to. Corey B

I do 5 days a week and week against the lazy river! It's a good workout for a senior! The best part…read moreit's $110 for the year! This is an amazing price for the benefits!!!!! Please consider this! The staff are very friendly and helpful! The facility is clean and great! I recommend it wholeheartedly!

This outdoor 50 meter 8 lane pool is used for swim lessons, swim team and recreation. It is located…read moreat Frank Olson park which also has a playground, picnic shelter and baseball/ softball fields. There is also a separate wading pool that is free and for small children. There are changing rooms and a concession area. The pool is older but is well maintained.

I came with my daughter in law and 4 grandchildren, 2 of whom had private swimming lessons. I can't…read moreunderstand why an adult attending toddlers (the eldest is 6 years old) has to pay as though he/she should swim. Secondly, as I personally am a master finswimming athlete and I'm constantly training, I'd have liked to train in another occasion, but I saw that no lanes are available (50 m long) for people who have to do 1h+ workout. When at my son's, I have to train myself at Midco, but on a 25 yards pool because the full length of the pool is never available. So, what to say? Midco is a very efficient pool, the only one where serious athletes can do their workouts, but it should be available on 50 metres base in certain days. In Torino (Italy) where I live, there are several pools 50m long and the most important of them, the Swimming Palace, is available 2 days on a 50m basis and 3 on a 25 m. And people who wish to look at trainings or lessons can go to the grandstand which is obviously free.

very nice!! Love the zero entry and slides. Only thing was the deepest part is less than 5 feet…read more That's great for kids but I do enjoy deep water. Tons of lounge chairs to relax in. Beautiful area. My town (Windom, Mn) could really use a place like this. Water very warm and clean. Plenty of lifeguards

An excellent pool with two diving boards and two water slides, the Spencer City Aquatic Center is…read morenot one to be missed. The hours are a bit more limited on weekends, and you should definitely bring your own towel.

If you're interested in the full gym experience and don't mind a crowd, this is a great gym…read more The staff has always been helpful and kind. You check in at the front desk and find your way to whatever section of the gym suits you. They have everything from weights to a pool, the pool is always staffed for safety, the front desk always has someone to help, they have a marathon coach and program, they offer walk throughs, and will help you with any machine you're curious about! The last star missing was for the outdated facility. Some areas look renovated, but over all the locker rooms, showers, pool area, and general over view is that it hasn't been updated since I visited in 1997 (or before) with my bff and her dad when I was 14.

I joined this center 5 years ago. The two centers were both very good. Since then it has gone…read moredownhill somewhat. They recently raised the fees (which was reasonable) but shortly after cut the hours by only having one center open on Saturday and Sunday. It is now very difficult to find an open machine on these days.

I love the Pilger Pool. It is a great place to take kids of all ages. They have a zero entry which…read moreworks great for my youngest kids. Plus, they have a deep end with slide and diving board my oldest just loves. I also enjoy that the pool is heated, so even early morning swim lessons are comfortable!

The water was warm, and the lifeguards were nice and respected others. The snacks were a little…read moreexpensive but good.

Awesome legendary pool in Sibley IA, Got my first swimming lessons here! Swam the Length and got my…read moredeep end pass! It was and actual badge you sewed on your trunks! Pretty rad! I also used to ride my bike here and buy laffy taffy's they were 5cents a piece aka 20 for a dollar that ruled! They used to put them in a Styrofoam cup for me! The pool has gotten lots of improvements and remodeled stuff since I was a kid, and frequent swimmer, so its even cooler now! Plus it's right by the golf coarse and a cool park and sand pit.. This is the hot spot in Sibley in the summer!