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Boat Service & Repair near Clear Lake

Find vetted boat repair, motor service, and marine specialists near Clear Lake — serving Mason City, Ventura, and north-central Iowa
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Clear Lake is north-central Iowa’s premier recreational boating destination — a 3,684-acre natural glacial lake in Cerro Gordo County near Mason City that draws boaters from across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota for its productive walleye, yellow bass, and largemouth bass fishery managed by the Iowa DNR. Clear Lake’s natural basin and consistent water quality produce one of Iowa’s most reliable walleye fisheries and the lake’s proximity to Mason City makes it the most accessible large natural lake to a northern Iowa population center. The Clear Lake State Park and City Beach area on the south shore concentrates the primary boat launch facilities, marina services, and summer boating activity. Find Boat Services lists verified boat repair, motor service, electronics installation, trailer repair, and winterization providers serving Clear Lake within 20 miles across Cerro Gordo and surrounding counties. Book fall winterization early — Clear Lake’s northern Iowa location means an earlier first freeze than central Iowa lakes and local shops fill their haul-out schedules quickly in September and October.

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Boat Service Providers near Clear Lake

Showing 5 verified providers within 30 miles

Clear Lake Boats – Sales/Showroom

0.56 miles
1604 S Shore Dr, Clear Lake, Iowa

Roberts Marine Inc

2.19 miles
915 N 40th St, Clear Lake, Iowa

Mon
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Tue
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Wed
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Thu
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Fri
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Sat
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sun
Closed

Clear Lake Boats – Parts/Service/Storage & Detailing

2.4 miles
4749D S Shore Dr, Clear Lake, Iowa

Mon
9:00 am – 4:00 am
Tue
9:00 am – 4:00 am
Wed
9:00 am – 4:00 am
Thu
9:00 am – 4:00 am
Fri
9:00 am – 4:00 am
Sat
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sun
10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Steenhard Marine Repair

4.91 miles
1 Sena St, Ventura, Iowa

Al’s Loebig Marine

29.86 miles
2250 250th Ave, Wesley, Iowa

Mon
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tue
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wed
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thu
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Fri
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sat
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sun
Closed





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Frequently Asked Questions about Clear Lake


Clear Lake, a 3,684-acre natural spring-fed lake in north-central Iowa, has marine mechanics serving the lake’s marinas and boat ramps, offering motor and outboard repair, prop and lower unit service, and detailing.


As the highest point in Cerro Gordo County, Clear Lake sees consistent wind across its open main basin, making it a longtime home to the Clear Lake Yacht Club and weekend sailboat races throughout summer. Boaters unfamiliar with the lake should expect more consistent wind exposure than on a more sheltered body of water nearby.


Clear Lake averages only about 10 feet deep, with a dredged area near the west end reaching 30 feet, meaning depth changes significantly depending on where you are on the lake. A shop familiar with Clear Lake’s dredged and shallow zones can advise on prop and lower unit inspection after exploring an unfamiliar part of the lake.


Woodford Island, visible from nearly every point on the lake, serves as a natural landmark for orientation, especially useful given how open and uniform much of Clear Lake’s shoreline can look from the water. A hotel once stood on the island before burning down in the 1930s, and it’s now covered in trees.


Yes — mobile marine mechanics serve the Clear Lake area and can reach boaters at marinas and access points around the lake without requiring a haul-out.

Iowa Boater FAQ


Professional service typically ranges from $175 to $500. Standard 4-stroke outboards average $175–$300, while I/O systems reach the higher end.


Iowa is in the 2025–2028 three-year cycle. Prorated fees for a standard 16ft–26ft boat are currently $29.65.


Trailers under 2,000 lbs do not require a title or registration plate in Iowa. Trailers weighing 2,001 lbs or more must be titled and carry a $30/year fee.


Boaters between the ages of 12 and 17 must possess a certificate to operate any motorized vessel over 10 HP or a PWC.


Boaters must drain all water and keep all drain plugs and valves removed or open while in transit on public roads to prevent the spread of invasive species.

Official Iowa Resources

Iowa Boating Laws & Regulations

Official DNR manual detailing safety, including the mandatory 10mph limit within 300 feet of any inland shoreline. Safe Boating Tip: Submerged wood and fluctuating reservoir levels make lower unit and propeller repair high-demand services in the Hawkeye State.

Iowa Boat Registration & Titling

Instructions for the current 3-year cycle. Note that all boats 17 feet or longer must be titled.

Iowa Fishing Licenses

2026 licenses officially went on sale December 15, 2025.

 SERVICE ALERT: Mississippi River shops near Dubuque and Spirit Lake mechanics on the Iowa Great Lakes typically hit capacity for spring commissioning and electronics installs by April. If your boat needs motor work or hull repairs before the walleye opener on the Mississippi backwaters, book your service appointment now.

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