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Diamond Lake Access

Diamond Lake Access provides public entry to a 1,100-acre Wildlife Management Area featuring a 143-acre shallow lake in northern Dickinson County, Iowa.

The area offers parking and is accessible via Highway 86 north of Spirit Lake, making it convenient for both fishing and wildlife viewing.

The lake supports diverse recreational opportunities with managed water levels and restored prairie habitat surrounding the access point.


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