Forest City Travel Guide

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Aerial view of american countryside in the summertime. Sunrise, dawn, misty early morning. North american rural landscape, Beautiful nature of Midwest
Aerial view of american countryside in the summertime. Sunrise, dawn, misty early morning. North american rural landscape, Beautiful nature of Midwest
This castle-like tower provides a breathtaking scenic view of the Iowa countryside, perched on the second highest elevation in Iowa.
View from the top of the scenic outlook tower, second highest elevation in Iowa. #localgem
Miles of hiking trails throughout the park, this one circles around Dead Man's Lake. Watch for wild turkeys!

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Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

2.5 out of 5
1121 Hwy 69 North Forest City IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$157 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$157
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Forest City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (346 reviews)
It was great stay all around

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
Forest City Inn

Forest City Inn

2.5 out of 5
1215 Highway 69 S Forest City IA
The price is AU$134 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
AU$134
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Forest City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (408 reviews)
The breakfast was delicious. The biscuits were a little burnt but everything else was amazing. The staff was wonderful and the room was so clean and comfortable! Will be here again for sure!

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Forest City Inn
Diamond Jo Worth Casino Hotel

Diamond Jo Worth Casino Hotel

2.5 out of 5
711 Diamond Jo Lane Northwood IA
The price is AU$153 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$153
7 Apr - 8 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Northwood. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Popular attraction Diamond Jo Casino is located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (643 reviews)
Front desk staff was welcoming. Staff throughout the facility were great. Restaurant inside was great value.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Diamond Jo Worth Casino Hotel
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Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment just blocks from Waldorf University.

Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment just blocks from Waldorf University.

Forest City IA
Stay at this apartment in Forest City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Winnebago Industries Factory and Pilot ...
Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment just blocks from Waldorf University.
Bayside Cottage

Bayside Cottage

Clear Lake IA
Stay at this holiday home in Clear Lake. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Clear Lake State Park Beach and Clear Lake State ...
10/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
This was our second stay at Bayside Cottage. We love the location, the large amount of parking spots and the cozy cottage.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Bayside Cottage
3rd and Surf- 2 blocks from the lake, 1 block from the Legendary Surf Ballroom

3rd and Surf- 2 blocks from the lake, 1 block from the Legendary Surf Ballroom

Clear Lake IA
Stay at this holiday home in Clear Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Surf Ballroom and Museum and Clear ...
10/10 Exceptional! (206 reviews)
We stayed for a quick weekend trip. 3rd and Surf was a cute little house, well-maintained, and most importantly, clean! We had all the tools we needed in the kitchen to cook a few meals and plenty of room to be comfortable. We would happily stay here again next time we're in town!

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

3rd and Surf- 2 blocks from the lake, 1 block from the Legendary Surf Ballroom
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Popular places to visit

Residing on the eastern shores of Crystal Lake, this beautiful park features a small beachfront, large picnic area, a playground and a frisbee golf course.

Crystal Lake State Park

You can take time to visit Crystal Lake State Park during your travels to Forest City. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Crystal Lake State Park
This castle-like tower provides a breathtaking scenic view of the Iowa countryside, perched on the second highest elevation in Iowa.

Pilot Knob State Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pilot Knob State Park during your travels in Forest City. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Pilot Knob State Park
This castle-like tower provides a breathtaking scenic view of the Iowa countryside, perched on the second highest elevation in Iowa.

Pilot Knob State Preserve

You can take time to visit Pilot Knob State Preserve during your travels to Forest City. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Pilot Knob State Preserve

Winnebago Industries Factory

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Winnebago Industries Factory during your trip to Forest City. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Winnebago Industries Factory

Torkelson Pits Wildlife Area

You can take time to visit Torkelson Pits Wildlife Area during your travels to Forest City. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Torkelson Pits Wildlife Area

Gabrielson Wildlife Management Area

You can take time to visit Gabrielson Wildlife Management Area during your travels to Forest City. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Gabrielson Wildlife Management Area