FORT DODGE
- The Community Orchard - open August to October, Back 40 Playground
- Dariette - ice cream, open seasonally
- Fort Frenzy - arcade, go-karts & mini golf open April to October
- The Fort Museum and Frontier Village - open weekends March to October
- Kennedy Park - 2.1 mile loop trail around lake, swimming beach, natural playscape, storywalk
- Mineral City Mill and Grill - open for lunch & dinner
- Oleson Park Splash Pad - opens at 11 am
LEHIGH
- Brushy Creek State Recreation Area - beach, hiking
OTHO
- Dolliver Memorial State Park - excellent hiking, creek splashing
- Woodman Hollow State Preserve - poorly maintained trails, not recommended