Fort Defiance State Park Tours

Photo by Deanna Gjerde
Photo by Deanna Gjerde
Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley
Keep your eyes open for native plant and animal life while you discover the sights of Fort Defiance State Park. That's when you're not being impressed by the gorgeous landscapes!

This protected natural landscape is a great place to begin your sightseeing in Iowa. Naturally, there are loads more attractions worth seeing nearby. Little Swan Lake Winery is also recommended by visitors.

Plan a trip to see Fort Defiance State Park

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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Sioux Falls SW by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Sioux Falls SW by IHG

2.5 out of 5
Price was $466, price is now $438 per person
$438
per person
Nov 21 - Nov 23
found 3 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Sioux Falls (FSD)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room, great staff, and good breakfast.

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

Hotel On Phillips

Hotel On Phillips

2.5 out of 5
Downtown Sioux Falls
Price was $789, price is now $719 per person
$719
per person
Nov 3 - Nov 5
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Sioux Falls (FSD)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,190 reviews)
You are able to walk to everything around downtown Sioux Falls. The Greenway is very nice.

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

Historic Victorian Inn

Historic Victorian Inn

3 out of 5
Cathedral
Price was $739, price is now $688 per person
$688
per person
Nov 3 - Nov 5
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Sioux Falls (FSD)
8.8/10 Excellent! (56 reviews)
No staff present. Remote guy emailed us like 20 times. Unexpected fee of $300 deposit. I think that’s a bit excessive. So so many rules. I was literally afraid to touch anything. House is ready for serious restoration. Could be a really fabulous place. I wouldn’t stay there again.

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Popular places to visit

Nice trail for jogging or dog walks. #treetrove

Elinor Bedell State Park

You can take time to visit Elinor Bedell State Park during your travels to Spirit Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Elinor Bedell State Park
Discover the history of the Iowa Great Lakes region, and what made it the entertainment Capitol of the upper Midwest.

Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum in Arnolds Park. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum
Fantastic local candy shop that makes a variety of fudge and truffles.

Goodies Handmade Candies

Take the family on an outing to Goodies Handmade Candies during your trip to Spirit Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Goodies Handmade Candies

Avera Holy Family Hospital

Though Avera Holy Family Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Estherville while you are here.

Avera Holy Family Hospital

Thoreson Memorial Park

Explore the great outdoors at Thoreson Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Estherville. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Thoreson Memorial Park

Little Swan Lake Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Little Swan Lake Winery during your travels to Estherville. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Little Swan Lake Winery

Best Lodging Options Near Fort Defiance State Park

Estherville Hotel & Suites

Estherville Hotel & Suites

2.5 out of 5
2008 Central Ave, Estherville, IA
Estherville Hotel & Suites
Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

3 out of 5
1405 Highway 71, Okoboji, IA
Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center
AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

2.5 out of 5
1005 Brooks Park Dr, Okoboji, IA
AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji
Bridges Bay Resort

Bridges Bay Resort

3.5 out of 5
630 Linden Drive, Arnolds Park, IA
Bridges Bay Resort
Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

2 out of 5
1905 18th Street, Spirit Lake, IA
Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji
BOJI SUNSET RETREAT ON LAKE OKOBOJI

BOJI SUNSET RETREAT ON LAKE OKOBOJI

2 out of 5
Spirit Lake
BOJI SUNSET RETREAT ON LAKE OKOBOJI
Okoboji Bridges Bay Cabin 111~ Waterpark Passes and Relaxing Retreat

Okoboji Bridges Bay Cabin 111~ Waterpark Passes and Relaxing Retreat

Arnolds Park
Okoboji Bridges Bay Cabin 111~ Waterpark Passes and Relaxing Retreat
PRIME LOCATION AT BRIDGES BAY RESORT!!!

PRIME LOCATION AT BRIDGES BAY RESORT!!!

Arnolds Park
PRIME LOCATION AT BRIDGES BAY RESORT!!!
Beautiful sunsets on sand beach of Big Spirit Lake front home!

Beautiful sunsets on sand beach of Big Spirit Lake front home!

Unincorporated
Beautiful sunsets on sand beach of Big Spirit Lake front home!
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