The Viking Lake campground is one of the most popular in southwest Iowa. The spacious, shady campground is located on the lakeshore. A playground is located in the campground. Camping permits are obtained by self-registration at the campground. Camping Fees can be paid at the site.
Hiking trails totaling six miles provide visitors an excellent look at the park's natural features.
The Bur Oak Nature Trail and its accompanying booklet provide insight on many of the important shrubs, plants and trees found at Viking Lake. The one mile trail takes abut one hour to walk. In winter, snowmobiles may be operated on designated trails. Viking Lake is well stocked with crappies, bluegills, bass, bullheads and catfish. A sandy beach is located on the west shore with unsupervised swimming and a concession building where refreshments may be purchased.