Dedicated in 1923, Pilot Knob State Park is one of the oldest units in the state park system. Visitors have a spectacular view from the top of the tower on 'Pilot Knob', as it is the second highest point in Iowa. There are 60 campsites (48 with electrical hookups), modern showers, and rest room facilities located in the park. A scenic 15-acre, man-made lake offers fishing and boating with the use of electric motors only.
Location:
2148 340th Street, Forest City Iowa 50436
Telephone
641-581-4835 Fax 641-581-4835
Other Iowa State Parks nearby:
(Algona) Ambrose A. Call State Park
(Hampton) Beed's Lake State Park
(Clear Lake) Clear Lake State Park
(Forest City) Pilot Knob State Park
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01/10 Coming to The Forest City area
Minnesota Alpaca Festival Owatonna MN April13-14 The halter show has over 500 alpacas in the most astonishing array of colors. Award winning fleece will be on display throughout the weekend! This is also a shopping extravaganza.
Scott-Carver Thresher's Annual Swap Meet Jordan MN May4-5 Antique car, tractor, farm equipment and machinery for consignment and auction.
Marion Arts Festival Marion IA May18 the festival offers a high caliber, fully accessible cultural experience – a day of fine art and flip flops, families and connoisseurs, fun and education.
North Iowa Band Festival Mason City IA May23-27 The event is the largest free marching band competition in the Midwest. The mission of the North Iowa Band Festival is to provide a weekend of wholesome family entertainment at little or no cost to the family; to promote and celebrate the rich musical heritage of North Iowa; and to provide an atmosphere which showcases young musicians who are becoming a part of that heritage. It features Carnival, Concessions, Marketplace, Car Show, Arts and Craft exhibits.
Rhubarb Festival Lanesboro MN June1 Taste such delicious rhubarb delights as pies, crisps, cakes, soups, chutneys, chili, jams, ketchup, leathers, drinks and more. Be the judge of the best of everything rhubarb. After tasting your favorites, vote. Winners of Peoples Choice Awards win great prizes!
Jefferson Bell Tower Festival Jefferson IA June7-8 Jefferson's annual Festival promises a weekend full of family-friendly fun and entertainment. Nestled in the middle of Greene County's county seat, the Festival is home to a broad spectrum of activities.
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