Spirit Lake, in Iowa’s Great Lakes region, offers an upbeat lakeside lifestyle—clear water, boating, fishing, bike trails, and a compact downtown with restaurants and seasonal festivals—so weeks on assignment feel active and social rather than isolated.
Nearby Okoboji and Arnolds Park bring summer concerts, amusement-park fun and waterfront nightlife, while Spencer provides broader retail, healthcare and dining options, giving you lake‑life charm with convenient regional amenities.