Fort Dodge Travel Guide

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Animals parading over at the Oleson Park Petting Zoo (just don't feed them). Among the exhibits include billy goats, llamas, peacocks, turkeys, swans, tortoises, and white tail deer.
Animals parading over at the Oleson Park Petting Zoo (just don't feed them). Among the exhibits include billy goats, llamas, peacocks, turkeys, swans, tortoises, and white tail deer.
The historic Fort Museum in Fort Dodge, IA.
Nice city park with this very cool vintage bandshell stage. Surprisingly some big acts have performed concerts here, among them Styx and Foreigner.
Cool little petting zoo located within Oleson Park.
Crossroads Hotel and Event Center

Crossroads Hotel and Event Center

2.5 out of 5
1518 3rd Avenue NW Fort Dodge IA
The price is AU$114 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$114
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Dodge. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (458 reviews)
The breakfast was EXCELLENT each day of our stay. We ate at the steakhouse and had a GREAT MEAL!! Had drinks and dessert the next night. Again GREAT!! For coming to town to attend a funeral, you sure did make the accommodations slide off the list of things that could go wrong. Highly recommend this ...

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Crossroads Hotel and Event Center
Brookstone Fort Dodge

Brookstone Fort Dodge

2.5 out of 5
5 South 32nd Street Fort Dodge IA
The price is AU$206 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$206
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Dodge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (445 reviews)
Would stay here again

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Brookstone Fort Dodge
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge

Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge

2.5 out of 5
110 Leah Lane Fort Dodge IA
The price is AU$96 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
AU$96
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Dodge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (413 reviews)
Friendly staff

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge
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1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks

Boone IA
Stay at this holiday home in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Popular attractions Birthplace of Mamie D. Eisenhower and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
We had an absolutely wonderful stay here! Everything was so well thought out, and I loved the notes about things that you wouldn’t necessarily notice as a guest. The beds were comfortable and the home was beautifully decorated. The historical notes and decor made it extra special. We loved the breakfast ...

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants

Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants

Boone IA
Stay at this apartment in Boone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Birthplace of Mamie D. Eisenhower and Boone and Scenic ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
This place was perfect for my two week stay! The host was very responsive and even shoveled snow for my stay. The place is nice and very quiet. I will stay again when I am in town for work.

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
Lake Cornelia Property!

Lake Cornelia Property!

Clarion IA
Stay at this holiday home in Clarion. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions East Park and Gazebo Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
The place was great, the price was reasonable, and the communication was clear and complete. This was a great first experience for us with VRBO.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Lake Cornelia Property!
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Kentucky historical state park of Fort Boonesborough, Kentucky, USA

Fort Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fort Museum in Fort Dodge. Discover the area's museums and churches.

Fort Museum

Iowa Central Community College

Enjoy the student vibe at Iowa Central Community College during your stay in Fort Dodge. Experience the museums and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Iowa Central Community College

Fort Frenzy

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Fort Frenzy during your trip to Fort Dodge. Experience the museums and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Fort Frenzy

Harlan Rogers Sports Complex

After visiting Harlan Rogers Sports Complex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Dodge. Discover the museums and shops in this family-friendly area.

Harlan Rogers Sports Complex

Blanden Memorial Art Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Blanden Memorial Art Museum during your trip to Fort Dodge. Discover the museums and shops in this family-friendly area.

Blanden Memorial Art Museum

Webster County Fairgrounds

Enjoy an outing to Webster County Fairgrounds during your stay in Fort Dodge. Experience the museums and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Webster County Fairgrounds

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