Come Play in Winnebago & Worth Counties
Discover the natural beauty of the Winn-Worth Betco region, a gorgeous Midwestern wilderness located in north central Iowa along the Minnesota border just a short drive south from Minneapolis or north from Des Moines, on I-35. Nature enthusiasts flock to the stunning rolling hills of this prairie pothole region where the beautiful Winnebago River flows through quaint small towns like Fertile and Forest City situated amid dense trees and woodlands.
With the ever-changing seasons the Winn-Worth Betco area is ideal for outdoor activities such as canoeing along the Winnebago River, horseback riding through the trails of Pilot Knob State Park, or exploring the wondrous oak savannas that are one of the rarest plant communities on earth. In warmer months visit county parks to take a hike among the fragrant wildflowers of the native Iowa tallgrass prairies, or soak up the sun with a round of golf on North Iowa’s lush golf courses. In the Winter, Hanson Trail provides invigorating cross country skiing or check out snowmobiling opportunities along Worth County’s Snowmobile Trail! In the Winn-Worth Betco region you’ll find opportunities for every outdoor enthusiast just waiting to be discovered.
Winn-Worth County Betco is home to some of the most beautiful natural parks carved out by glaciers thousands of years ago defining the prairie pothole region dotted with rare Oak Savannas. The Winn-Worth Betco regional parks provide public access to county land for camping, hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, bird watching, and more. There are RV and camping sites along with cabins, barbeque pits, and canoes all available for rent.
The Winn-Worth Betco region offers golfing excellent experiences for all skill levels with welcoming clubhouses that offer a variety of exceptional amenities. Whether you are looking for 18 hole semi-private courses or just a bit of fun with disc golf, you’ll find it all in The Winn-Worth Betco region.
Hunting
Click here to view the public hunting atlas from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
Parks & Camping
Winnebago County Conservation Board
Worth County Conservation Board
Pilot Knob State Park
Rice Lake State Park
Three Fingers Campground
Happy Time Resort
Golf
Bear Creek Golf Course
Gruis Recreation Area
Northwood Country Club
Pioneer Town and Country Club
Rice Lake Golf & Country Club