Imagine Our Lakes.
South Lakes Revitalization.
Arbor Lake and Lake Nyanza
Lake Nyanza (2021)
Arbor Lake (2021)
The connected waters of Arbor Lake and Lake Nyanza have been a resource in Grinnell for the last 120 years. These man-made lakes are multi-use places of recreation, socialization, and green space that have occupied a vibrant role in Grinnell. We need to revitalize them.
We are coming together now to imagine what these lakes could become.
Revitalization Goals
Fishing/
Kayaking
Clear Shoreline
Clean Water
Improved Facilities and Access
Expanded Multi-use Paths
New Trees and Landscaping
Lake History
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Arbor Lake
Dan Kaiser’s blog: Grinnell Stories. Article “Arbor Lake, has it always been with us?
In Old Grinnell
A book written by Dorothy Pinder, 1995 Grinnell Herald Register Publishing. Chapter 9 section about Grinnell’s lakes.
Archival Photos
The database “Digital Grinnell” a project of the Grinnell College Libraries.
This new South Lakes information hub is made possible through a generous donation from the Grinnell Lions Club.
We’re working with various interest groups, fundraisers, city offices, and engaged citizens to revitalize our south lakes.
