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 Photo

Winnebago County Conservation Board

 
Worth County Conservation Board Photo

Worth County Conservation Board

 
Pilot Knob State Park Photo

Pilot Knob State Park

 
Rice Lake State Park Photo

Rice Lake State Park

 
Three Fingers Campground Photo

Three Fingers Campground

 
Happy Time Resort Photo

Happy Time Resort

 

Golf

Bear Creek Golf Course Photo

Bear Creek Golf Course

 
Gruis Recreation Area Photo

Gruis Recreation Area

 
Northwood Country Club Photo

Northwood Country Club

 
Pioneer Town and Country Club Photo

Pioneer Town and Country Club

 
Rice Lake Golf & Country Club Photo

Rice Lake Golf & Country Club