Title: Forest City Travel Guide: Best of Forest City, Iowa Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Forest City](https://expedia.co.uk/Forest-City-Hotels.d55708.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Forest City](https://expedia.co.uk/Forest-City-Holiday-Rentals.d55708.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Forest City Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Forest-City.d55708.Car-Hire-Guide)[Forest City Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Forest-City.d55708.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Forest City Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Aerial view of american countryside in the summertime. Sunrise, dawn, misty early morning. North american rural landscape, Beautiful nature of Midwest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55708/21398c95-9ffe-4d2e-a55a-77b57f97b247.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of american countryside in the summertime. Sunrise, dawn, misty early morning. North american rural landscape, Beautiful nature of Midwest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55708/21398c95-9ffe-4d2e-a55a-77b57f97b247.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This castle-like tower provides a breathtaking scenic view of the Iowa countryside, perched on the second highest elevation in Iowa.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532649173/97607043-c9a9-4c8d-ae7e-5b829358cfa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View from the top of the scenic outlook tower, second highest elevation in Iowa. #localgem](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532649173/0edf3346-1ed8-4dfe-a809-227613813523.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Miles of hiking trails throughout the park, this one circles around Dead Man's Lake. Watch for wild turkeys!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532649173/3757841b-209b-497b-b097-35aec6ea96ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Forest City Things to do - Top hotels in Forest City - Top Holiday Rentals in Forest City ![Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45950000/45944700/45944676/b2a6364e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City 1121 Hwy 69 North Forest City IA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £86 11 Feb - 12 Feb 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! (341 reviews) Great breakfast nice room Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=45944676&PinnedHotelID=45944676&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55708) ![Forest City Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/466700/466604/3cee4047_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Forest City Inn 1215 Highway 69 S Forest City IA £77 10 Feb - 11 Feb 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=466604&PinnedHotelID=466604&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55708) ![Diamond Jo Worth Casino Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1580600/1580597/f073330b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Diamond Jo Worth Casino Hotel 711 Diamond Jo Lane Northwood IA £92 16 Feb - 17 Feb 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! (635 reviews) Clean Room Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=1580597&PinnedHotelID=1580597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55708) [See all 161 properties in Forest City](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=55708) 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. ![Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment just blocks from Waldorf University.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118210000/118207300/118207287/f63a1cca_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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 ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Forest-City-Hotels-Charming-2-Bedroom.h118207287.Hotel-Information) ![This charming house for six puts you at the heart of the action.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120090000/120089000/120088965/0bdd5caa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### This charming house for six puts you at the heart of the action. Clear Lake IA Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Surf Ballroom and Museum and Clear Lake Fire Museum are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews) We enjoyed our stay at this little cottage. Some of its great features were: Comfy furniture-including the beds, a well stocked kitchen including an amazing complimentary coffee selection & snack basket, and its proximity to the Surf! In the spirit of lake cottages, she can be a bit drafty on bitter ... Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Clear-Lake-Hotels-This-Charming-House-For-Six-Puts-You-At-The-Heart-Of-The-Action.h120088965.Hotel-Information) ![In-Town Moose Haus Lodge ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34480000/34472800/34472775/935a11c8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### In-Town Moose Haus Lodge Clear Lake IA Stay at this holiday home in Clear Lake. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker, in-room fireplaces and air conditioning. Popular attractions Surf Ballroom and Museum ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (82 reviews) We enjoyed the town of Clear Lake very much . The opportunity to bring our corgi was great. Location was very nice . Very quiet and private in town Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mason-City-Hotels-In-Town-Moose-Haus-Lodge.h34472775.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Forest City](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=55708&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Forest City hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### 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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532649173/97607043-c9a9-4c8d-ae7e-5b829358cfa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pilot-Knob-State-Park-Forest-City.d553248621532649173.Attraction) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55708/c8c3a225-78cd-434b-9f95-c73dd164565f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-Lake-State-Park-Mason-City.d635035013071564800.Attraction) ![This castle-like tower provides a breathtaking scenic view of the Iowa countryside, perched on the second highest elevation in Iowa.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532649173/97607043-c9a9-4c8d-ae7e-5b829358cfa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pilot-Knob-State-Preserve-Forest-City.d930968891667128320.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Winnebago-Industries-Factory-Forest-City.d553248621532649172.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gabrielson-Wildlife-Management-Area-Forest-City.d930969166884872192.Attraction) #### 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. 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