Lake Pahoja Recreation Area is a 282 acre highly developed multi-use recreation area. The recreation area is open year-round and offers a variety of recreation activities such as ice fishing, hunting, biking, bird watching, canoeing, and many more. At the northeast end of the lake is a 350' x 100' swimming beach which makes Pahoja a favorite spot to cool off in the summer!
The recreation area features 6 open picnic shelters with modern restroom facilities and drinking water available, three playgrounds, two volleyball courts, a basketball court, and horseshoe pits. Two enclosed lodges are also available -- each containing four to six picnic tables, a fireplace, and outdoor pedestal grills. All of the facilities have been made handicapped accessible along with the 1 1/3 mile asphalt hiking/biking trail along the north shore. A 3 2/3 mile hiking trail encircles the lake for the nature and exercise enthusiasts. Fishing and Boating: A concrete boat ramp and wooden dock are located on the north side of the lake. Boating is allowed on Lake Pahoja with electric trolling motors. Anglers can try their luck fishing for Largemouth Bass, Crappie, Channel Catfish, Perch, Bullheads, and Bluegills. A valid Iowa fishing license is required. The Lyon County Conservation Board is dedicated to maintaining the fishing quality of the lake and has established many artificial fish habitat stuctures. A fish cleaning station is also available to anglers on the north side of the park. Rental Cabins: Three efficiency cabins were built in the spring of 1998 by the employees and volunteers of the Lyon County Conservation Board. These rustic getaways were designed to provide a camping experience in which you do not need to pull a unit or pitch a tent. The cabins are one room, 14' x 14' with a 9' x 18' deck. They are designed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Cabins have two sets of bunk beds . Each cabin includes electricity, sink with cold running water, microwave, hot plate, refrigerator, table, ceiling fan, broom and mop. Cabin renters provide all personal items such as linens, blankets, sleeping bags, pillows, cooking and eating utensils, etc. A picnic table and fire ring with a grill is provided for each cabin. These cabins are heated, but the water into the cabins in the cold winter months of the year. The enclosed lodge & cabins may be reserved in advance. Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Reservations for the calendar year begin on January 2 and can be made by stopping in or calling the Rock Rapids office. A reservation is confirmed when payment is received. Seasons/Operating Hours: Lake Pahoja Recreation Area is open year-round. Restrictions:
Location: Located 4 miles south and 2 miles west of Larchwood, Iowa. T
