travel logistics

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Event location & Overnight Accommodations


Iowa is the proud host of the 92nd Annual Midwest Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies (MAFWA) Director’s Meeting, which is scheduled for Sunday, June 21st – Wednesday, June 24th, 2026 at Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center in Okoboji, Iowa.



Lodging: Overnight accommodations are available at the Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center, 1405 U.S. Highway 71, Okoboji, Iowa 51355, at a discounted rate of $160/night plus tax and resort fees. A limited number of rooms will also be available at the prevailing government rate to eligible individuals. To make a reservation, call (712) 332-2161 and indicate you are with the MAFWA Group.


Getting there: The closest major airport to Okoboji, Iowa, is Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) in South Dakota, located about 90 minutes away, offering the best combination of accessibility and flight options.

 

Primary Commercial Airports

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD - Sioux Falls, SD): ~90 minutes (approx. 90-100 miles) away. Most recommended for major commercial flights.
  • Sioux Gateway Airport (SUX - Sioux City, IA): ~1.5 to 2 hours away. Offers daily flights to hubs like Chicago and Denver.
  • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP – Minneapolis, MN): Approximately 170-190 miles north (about a 3-hour drive), offering major hub connections.
  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM - Des Moines, IA): 160-180 miles (about 3 hours away). An airport option with more domestic connections.