Forest City, IA

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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
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!
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.
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

2.5 out of 5
1121 Hwy 69 North Forest City IA
The price is SAR 373 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
SAR 373
SAR 418 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Forest City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (349 reviews)
Loved the hotel. Super pizza walking distance from the hotel. Excellent breakfast. If you are traveling on I 35 North take Hwy 9 to Manly. It gets you there quicker than using GPS.

Reviewed on 21 March 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 SAR 336 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
SAR 336
SAR 376 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Forest City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our 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 January 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 SAR 364 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
SAR 364
SAR 407 total
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Northwood. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Popular attraction Diamond Jo Casino is located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (648 reviews)
We had a remodeled room and it was really nice! The beds and pillows were wonderful!

Reviewed on 22 March 2026

Diamond Jo Worth Casino Hotel
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Bayside Cottage

Bayside Cottage

Clear Lake IA
Stay at this vacation 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 February 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 vacation home in Clear Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Surf Ballroom and Museum and Clear ...
10/10 Exceptional! (207 reviews)
Had a wonderful wonderful time! Such a cute little place an town we absolutely loved it and will be back again! Teresa

Reviewed on 1 March 2026

3rd and Surf- 2 blocks from the lake, 1 block from the Legendary Surf Ballroom
Historic Home With Modern Amenities - Great for Families with room for up to 18!

Historic Home With Modern Amenities - Great for Families with room for up to 18!

Clear Lake IA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Clear Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Clear Lake Fire Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
The house was very clean and lots of effort had gone into presenting the history of the house, including a fun scavenger hunt for historical items.

Reviewed on 15 January 2026

Historic Home With Modern Amenities - Great for Families with room for up to 18!
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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

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

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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
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 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

4/5(6 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Winnebago Industries Factory during your travels in 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