Title: Visit Forest City: Best of Forest City Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Forest City](https://expedia.ca/Forest-City-Hotels.d55708.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Forest City](https://expedia.ca/Forest-City-Vacation-Rentals.d55708.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Forest City](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Forest-City.d55708.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Forest City Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Forest-City.d55708.Car-Rental-Guide)[Forest City Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Forest-City.d55708.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Forest City ## Travel 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 ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_55708) - Forest City Hotel Deals - Vacation 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 CA $135 CA $151 total Feb 20 - Feb 21 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! (341 reviews) Great breakfast nice room Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%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 CA $120 CA $135 total Feb 14 - Feb 15 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 Jan 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%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 CA $151 CA $169 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 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! (637 reviews) Excellent Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=1580597&PinnedHotelID=1580597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55708) [See all 162 properties in Forest City](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%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 WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Winnebago Industries Factory and Pilot ... [](https://expedia.ca/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 Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/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 vacation home in Clear Lake. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker, 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 Nov 17, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Mason-City-Hotels-In-Town-Moose-Haus-Lodge.h34472775.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Forest City](https://expedia.ca/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.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[Feb 13 - Feb 14](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15)[Feb 14 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55708&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%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.ca/Pilot-Knob-State-Park-Forest-City.d553248621532649173.Vacation-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.ca/Crystal-Lake-State-Park-Mason-City.d635035013071564800.Vacation-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.ca/Pilot-Knob-State-Preserve-Forest-City.d930968891667128320.Vacation-Attraction) #### Winnebago Industries Factory 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Winnebago-Industries-Factory-Forest-City.d553248621532649172.Vacation-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.ca/Gabrielson-Wildlife-Management-Area-Forest-City.d930969166884872192.Vacation-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. [](https://expedia.ca/Torkelson-Pits-Wildlife-Area-Forest-City.d930968827704000512.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Forest City ![The highlight of Eagle Lake State Park is this newly built boardwalk which provides a scenic view of an overgrown field and dried up lake. Unfortunately this park has not been taken care of and I only recommend it to travel enthusiasts willing to drive miles of gravel roads for some decent hiking trails.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634983196127/961cbbdf-2d2e-4f90-bedb-e6f7ffd1ecf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Britt - Cities near Forest City - Places of interest [Britt](https://expedia.ca/Britt.dx553248634983196127) - [Diamond Jo Casino ](https://expedia.ca/Diamond-Jo-Casino-Northwood.d553248621532649185.Vacation-Attraction) - [Music Man Square ](https://expedia.ca/Music-Man-Square-Mason-City.d553248621532649179.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app