Famous Blue Water Lake
Located on Emerson Bay on West Lake Okoboji – Most famous blue water lake!
Crescent Beach is located on Emerson Bay, West Lake Okoboji, the most famous blue water lake in the Iowa Great Lakes group.
A resort both modern and picturesque, that has an atmosphere of quiet and peacefulness that will strike you at once. Enjoy the cool summer breezes which sweep across the bay from the south.
Experience a delightful sandy beach with a gradual slope to deeper waters, allowing both beginners and children to safely enjoy a swim.
Boating, water toys, slides and games await children of all ages. Fishing in Emerson Bay and the canals has been noted as one of the best locations on the lake.
Why Spend Your Next Vacation at Our Okoboji Resort
Central Location
Centrally located with an easy drive from Omaha, Sioux Falls, Des Moines or Minneapolis.
Hoists Available
If you plan to bring your own boat, pontoon, or personal watercraft to our resort, we have hoists available for rent.
Lake Activities
Rentals for paddle boards, paddleboats, kayaks, tandem kayaks, and water skis.
Great Fishing
Our location adjacent to the West Lake canal system. Excellent fishing year round!
Boat Ramp
Boats may launch at Emerson Bay State Park located approximately 1/2 mile south from Crescent Beach.
Convenient to Attractions
The location of our resort is convenient to shopping, golf, amusement parks, trails, and more.
Bike Trails
We are located very near the trail system through the Iowa Great Lakes area that make for great bike rides or long walks.
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Rental Pricing
| Item | Daily Price | Weekly Price |
| Boat Hoist 3000 lb. 17-19 ft | $50 | $300 |
| Boat Hoist 5000 lb. 20-22 ft | $60 | $360 |
| Boat Hoist 7000 lb. 22-26 ft | $75 | $450 |
| Boat Hoist 10,000 lb. 26 ft and above | $125 | $750 |
| 4000 lb. Pontoon (covered) | $70 | $420 |
| Personal Watercraft Hoist – Jet Ski Hoist | $30 | $180 |
Reservation Policy
- Office hours 9:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. daily.
- 1/2 of total reservation amount plus tax guarantees your reservation for the confirmed arrival and departure dates. Deposit due at the time you make your reservation.
Cancellations and Refunds
- All reservations require a deposit of 50% of the total reservation including tax at the time of the reservation. All deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE. If Crescent Beach Resort is notified of a change to the reservation within 21 days of the scheduled arrival date , then deposits may be used for future reservations.