Mason City, IA 2009 Visitors Guide

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7 Cannonball 457East Park, State St. (641) 423-5328 www.friendsofthe457.org

Built in 1912, this former Minneapolis & St. Louis Railway steam locomotive — No. 457, the “Cannonball” — has been restored to reflect its appearance in the late 1940s.Hours: May–Oct.: Sat.–Sun., 1 p.m.–5 p.m.

5 Charles H. MacNider Art Museum

303 2nd St. SE (641) 421-3666 www.macniderart.org

A North Iowa cultural treasure, the museum includes a permanent collection of American art, the famous Bil Baird puppets, and an impressive range of ceramics. Genuinely an active center for the arts, the museum offers changing exhibits, films, studio classes, special events, and a museum shop.Hours: Tues. & Thurs., 9 a.m.–9 p.m.; Wed., Fri., & Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m.–5 p.m.Admission: Free; scheduled guided tour: $3.

Mason City8 Frank Lloyd Wright Designed Hotel/Bank

15 W. State St. (641) 423-0689 www.wrightonthepark.org

The only remaining hotel in the world designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, with an attached bank building also designed by Wright. Wright was commissioned to design both the Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank structures in early 1909. The hotel, completed in 1910, is currently under restoration slated to be completed in 2010.

9 Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman House

530 1st St. NE (641) 421-3666 • (641) 423-1923 www.stockmanhouse.org

Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in the Prairie School style and constructed in 1908, the house presents a revolutionary challenge to the very common four-square house of that time. Its open floor plan led to the floor plan of the modern American home. The restored home is furnished with Arts & Crafts and Wright designs of its period. It is the first and only Prairie School house designed in Iowa by Wright.Hours: Third weekend of May–Aug.: Thurs.–Sat., 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m– 5 p.m. Sept.–Oct.: Sat., 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m.–5 p.m. (Last tour begins at 4:30 p.m.) Other times by appointment during May–Oct.; 10 minimum.Admission: $5 adults, $1 children under 11.

21 I-35 Speedway

North Iowa Fair Facility 3700 4th SW; Highway 122 W (641) 424-6515 • (515) 295-5555 www.I-35speedway.com

This is North Central Iowa’s fastest 1/2-mile dirt track, running IMCA modifieds, IMCA stock cars, 360 Mods, hobbys, and hornets.Hours: April–Sept.: Sun. nights, 6 p.m.–10:30 p.m.Admission: $10 adults, $5 children 6–12, under 5 free.

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10 Kinney Pioneer Museum

Municipal Airport Highway 122 W (641) 423-1258

Experience life on the Iowa frontier through the vintage exhibits and living history at the museum. Visit a pioneer village with a one-room schoolhouse, log cabin, old jail, blacksmith shop, and demonstrations on weekends of pioneer crafts and trades.Hours: May–Sept.: Tues.–Sun., 1 p.m.–5 p.m. Other times by appointment.Admission: $3 adults, $1 children under 12.

11 Lime Creek Nature Center

3501 Lime Creek Road, Highway 65 N (641) 423-5309 www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us

This public conservation facility is nestled atop the limestone bluffs of the Winnebago River. The center features a variety of displays about the wildlife and natural resources of North Iowa. An outdoor amphitheater, hands-on nature displays, and over nine miles of trails through prairie, forest, and wetland habitat provide remarkable experiences. Virtual geocaching is available. For landmark coordinates, call or visit the Web site.Hours: Mon.–Fri., 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun. 1 p.m.–5 p.m. Winter weekends close at 4 p.m. Closed holidays.Admission: Free.

2 Mason City Aquatic Center

901 Birch Drive (641) 421-3678 • (641) 421-3673

This outdoor pool includes two zero-depth entries, a drop slide, a tunnel and open slide, several water toys, 50-meter racing lanes, and a concession area.Hours: Memorial Day through August: Mon.–Sun., 1 p.m.–8 p.m.Admission: $4 adults, $3 ages 3–18 and senior citizens, ages 2 and under free. Coupon books available.

3 Mason City Veterans Monument

Central Park, State St.

The monument honors over 3,000 veterans with Mason City connections and features 12 Black India Granite stones, each standing 8 feet high and weighing 4,000 pounds.

17 Meredith Willson Boyhood Home

314 S. Pennsylvania Ave. (641) 424-2852 • (866) 228-6262 www.themusicmansquare.org

This restored 1895 modified Queen Anne house was the birthplace and boyhood home of songwriter and playwright of The Music Man Meredith Willson.Hours: Tues.–Sun., 1 p.m.–4 p.m. Other times by appointment. Closed holidays.Admission: $4 adults, $2 children under 12.

18 Meredith Willson/Music Man Footbridge

Connects River Heights Drive and South Connecticut Avenue

Named in honor of Meredith Willson, Mason City native and internationally renowned composer, this bridge spans Willow Creek and is featured on the historical walking tour on page 7.

29 The Music Man Square

308 S. Pennsylvania Ave. (641) 424-2852 • (866) 228-6262 www.themusicmansquare.org

Featuring a 1912 streetscape with an ice cream parlor/soda fountain and gift shop, all in set designs re-created from the Warner Brothers motion picture The Music Man. There’s also an interactive museum highlighting Meredith Willson memorabilia and music-related exhibits.Hours: Tues.–Sun., 1 p.m.–5 p.m. Other times by appointment. Closed holidays.Admission: Streetscape is free. Museum: $5 adults, $2.50 children under 12.


21 North Iowa Fair Facility

3700 4th SW Highway 122 W & Eisenhower (641) 423-3811 www.northiowafair.org

Home of the Annual North Iowa Fair, Recreational Arena, and I-35 Speedway auto races. Year-round indoor and outdoor events include horse, dog, and other competitive shows; home, sport, and ag shows; auctions; flea markets; craft shows; ice hockey; figure skating; camping; and more.

22 North Iowa Miniature Golf Course

4450 4th SW, Highway 122 W (641) 424-2244 www.northiowagolf.com

This outdoor, 18-hole miniature golf course provides fun for all ages.Hours: June–Sept.: Mon.–Sat., 9 a.m.– 9 p.m.; Sun. 12 p.m.–7 p.m.Admission: $6 adults, $4 children 12 and under.

21 North Iowa Outlaws Hockey Team (NAHL, Junior A)

3700 4th SW Highway 122 W & Eisenhower (641) 424-5468 www.northiowaoutlaws.com

Enjoy exciting hockey action with the North Iowa Outlaws, members of the North American Hockey League. Home games are played at the North Iowa Arena, located at the North Iowa Fair Facility. Regular season starts in September and concludes in March.Hours: See Web site or call for game dates and times.Admission: $10 adults, $8 children and seniors.

Off Season Indoor Golf1104 N. Federal Ave. (641) 423-4653

Bring your own clubs and play virtual golf with 27 championship courses to choose from, such as Pebble Beach, Torrey Pines, and more. Four screens are available, and up to eight people can play on a course.Hours: Nov.–March: Daily, 10 a.m.–10 p.m.Admission: $26 per hour per screen; additional time is prorated. Limited clubs available for $5 rental fee.

7 Prairie Playground

East Park, State St.

Enjoy the largest outdoor play area in Mason City, including a wooden maze and shelter areas.

Prairie School Architectural Tour/ Historical Walking Tour

Prairie School Tour encompasses 14 blocks and the Historical Tour an additional 13 blocks, beginning at 303 2nd St. SE (641) 421-3666

This is a self-guided tour of the largest group of Prairie School design homes on a unified site, the Rock Crest and Rock Glen area, including a home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. A walking tour guide book is available for $5 at the Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, The Music Man Square, Mason City Information Center, or the Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman House. An overview of the tour can also be found on the enlarged downtown map on page 20.


Central Gardens of North IowaN. 8th St. & 2nd Ave. N Clear Lake, IA 50428 (641) 357-0700

This 2.75-acre space is home to 22 theme gardens, including Victorian, Wetland,

Butterfly, Shade, and more. Also included are water features, terraces, a pavilion, and the Moongate Theatre Steps.Hours: April–Dec.: Dawn to dusk.Admission: Free; scheduled guided tour $1 per person.

Cerro Gordo Wind Farm10586 Balsam Ave., S14 South Ventura, IA 50482

FPL Energy’s Cerro Gordo Wind Farm consists of 55 wind energy turbines. The wind farm outdoor viewing area is located five miles south of Ventura, Iowa, on S14.

Clear LakeClear Lake, IA 50428

A popular site for boating, skiing, swimming, and fishing, this spring-fed lake is 7 miles long and 2.5 miles wide, with an average depth of 12 feet.

Clear Lake Arts Center17 S. 4th St. Clear Lake, IA 50428 (641) 357-1998

The gallery will showcase regional artists, changing exhibits, and art-related gifts.Hours: Call in advance.Admission: Free.

Diamond Jo Casino777 Diamond Jo Lane Northwood, IA 50459 (641) 323-7777 • (877) 323-5566

Located at Iowa Exit 214 on I-35, the casino features over 900 reel and video slot machines, craps, black jack, roulette,

pai gow poker, and more.Hours: Mon.–Thurs., 8 a.m.–3 a.m.; Fri.–Sun., open 24 hours. Admission: Free.

Fort Custer Maze2501 Main Ave. Clear Lake, IA 50428 (641) 357-6102

One-of-a-kind wooden maze, replicating an 1850 Western fort, covering almost two acres with approximately two miles of zigzagging

and adventurous paths. The maze features bridges, a lookout tower, and eight stations to help guests find their way out and conquer the maze.Hours: Memorial Day–Labor Day: Mon.–Fri., 9:30 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Open weekends only in May & September, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Other times by appointment.Admission: $6 adults, $5 adults over 55, $4 children 4–11. Group rates available.

Lady of the LakeSeawall Downtown Clear Lake (641) 357-2243

Come aboard and cruise beautiful Clear Lake on a picturesque paddlewheel. Dancing, live music, and catering are available.Hours: Check Web site for up-to-date cruise

schedule, special events, and private charter information.Admission: $14 adults, $6 children under 12.

Surf Ballroom & Museum460 N. Shore Drive Clear Lake, IA 50428 (641) 357-6151

“The Day the Music Died” — This is the final concert site of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson.

Hours: Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; June–Sept.: Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.–1 p.m.Admission: $5 suggested donation.

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A Americas Best Value Inn 45 • • NB • O L • B, CM,24 5th SW; G IB, MW Intersection Hwy. 122 & Hwy. 65 C RF(641) 424-2910 • (800) 315-2378 Mwww.bestvalueinnmc.com

B Ashley Inn 16 • • CM,3451 S. Federal MW,(641) 423-9471 RF

C Comfort Inn 60 • • NB I L • B, CM,410 5th SW; Hwy. 122 W G IB, MW,(641) 423-4444 • (800) 228-5150 C RFwww.comfortinn.com/hotel/IA030 M

D Country Inn & Suites 88 • • NB E, I • L • B, CM,4082 4th St. SW; Hwy. 122 W W G IB, K,(641) 423-1770 • (800) 456-4000 C LF, MW,www.countryinns.com M RF

E Days Inn 57 • • NB • G • B, CM,2301 4th SW; Hwy. 122 W C IB, MW,(641) 424-0210 • (800) 329-7466 M RFwww.daysinn.com

F Hanford Inn 72 • • • • • I • • L • MW, RF3041 4th SW; Hwy. 122 W R G(641) 424-9494 • (800) 424-9491 Cwww.hanfordinn.com M

G Holiday Inn 132 • • • • • E, I • • L • B, CM,2101 4th SW; Hwy. 122 W R, W G IB, LF,(641) 423-1640 • (800) 859-2737 C MW, RFwww.holidayinn.com/masoncityia M

H Super 8 Motel & Suites 57 • • NB • I G • B, LF,3010 4th SW; Hwy. 122 W W C MW, RF,(641) 423-8855 • (800) 800-8000 M CM, IBwww.super8.com

I Willow Inn 14 NB • • K, LF, 2781 4th SW MW, RFHwy. 122 W (641) 423-8221

J The Decker House B&B 6 • • • • • • B, CM,119 2nd St. SE IB (641) 423-4700 • (888) 363-4700 www.masoncityia.com/deckerhouse

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E = Exercise Room

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O = Outdoor Pool

R = Recreation Room

NB = Nearby

W = Whirlpool

L = Luggage Handling

G = Group Rates

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M = Motorcoach

B = Blow Dryer

CM = Coffee Maker

IB = Iron/Board

K = Kitchenettes

LF = Laundry Facilities

MW = Microwave

RF = Refrigerator

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27 Downtown Mason CitySeveral stores catering to shoppers’ needs, including antique shops, several restaurants, and coffeehouses. Free parking available.

23 Plaza West Strip Mall2560 4th SW/Highway 122 W

Featuring a discount store, grocery store, restaurants, fast food, card/gift shop, and home décor/craft store.

Prairie West Plaza4700 4th SW/Highway 122 W

Includes sports store and jewelry store.

26 Regency Square Strip Mall 461 S. Illinois/Highway 122 E

Includes a grocery store, fast food, and an art/framing store.

27 Southbridge Mall100 South Federal Ave. (641) 423-6688 www.southbridgemall.net

Mason City’s largest indoor mall offers excellent shopping with many men’s, women’s, and children’s apparel stores; specialty shops; card and gift stores; nutrition store; jewelry shops; book store; department stores; shoes; and restaurants and food/snack center. Over 40 shops.Hours: Mon.–Fri., 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; and Sun., 12 p.m.–6 p.m.

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28 Southport Strip Mall1720 S. Federal/Highway 65 S

Includes a department store and fabric store.

32 Willow Creek Crossing & Indianhead SquareFeatures discount store; electronic equipment stores; grocery store; department store; shoe store; men’s, women’s, and girls’ apparel; restaurants; video game store; pet supply store; and sports store.

31 Willowbrook Mall

1631 4th SW/Highway 122 W (641) 424-4002

Indoor mall includes a gift store, Christian gift store, oak furniture store, home improvement retail store, health food store, uniform store, shoe store, discount store, women’s apparel and restaurants. Hours: Mon.–Fri., 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; and Sun., 12 p.m.–5 p.m.

For a detailed listing of all shops in the city, visit the shopping section at www.VisitMasonCityIowa.com or obtain a Mason City shopping brochure by contacting the Mason City Convention and Visitors Bureau office.


Annual EventsMC = Mason City CL = Clear LakeEvent Location Key

JanuaryHockey Tournaments - MCPro-AM Archery Tournament - MCPerforming Arts Series - MCFlea Market - MC

February’50s in February - CLNorth IA Home/Landscaping Show - MCIowa Minnesota Sportshow - MCKite Festival - CLValenWine - MC

MarchRiver City Gun Show - MCAuto/Dirt Bike/ATV Swap - MCNorth IA Choral Concert - MCSpring Craft Show - MC

AprilEaster Extravaganza - MCRiver City Barbershop Chorus Concert - MCFlea Market - MCFarm Toy Show - MC

MayCraft/Antique Fair - CLMidstates Hunter/Jumper Horse Show - MCNorth Iowa Band Festival - MCShrine Circus - MCWalleye Classic - CLHorse Shows - MCBull Riding - MC

JuneMacNider Arts Festival - MCMunicipal Band Concerts - MCMidstates Hunter/Jumper Horse Show - MCGreek Festival - MCFriday Night Live - MCHorse Shows - MCVintage Car Day - MC

JulyFireworks on July 3 - MC4th of July Celebration - CLNorth Iowa Free Fair - MCLakeside Dixiefest - CLRidiculous Days - MCFriday Night Live - MCBBQ Bash - MCIndependent Film Festival - CL

AugustRegatta - CLSummer Dance Cruise - CLFriday Night Live - MCCivil War Re-enactment - MCKids Day - MCAntiques in the Square - CL

SeptemberHorse Shows - MCMidstates Hunter/Jumper Horse Show - MCGun Collector’s Show - MCRiver City Festival - MCArtoberfest - MC

OctoberKennel Club Show - MCRoad for Education Marathon - MCCraft Show - MCHalloween Hike - MCHarvest Fest - CL

NovemberHome for the Holidays - MCPerforming Arts Series - MCFlea Market - MCNorth Iowa Fall Band Concert - MC

DecemberTuba Christmas - MCChristmas by the Lake - CLCandlelight Christmas Festival - MCCentral States Gun Show - MC


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1. Airport .......................................................pg. 222. Aquatic Center .................................... pgs. 4, 273. Central Park ........................................ pgs. 5, 24 4. Cerro Gordo County Courthouse ................pg. 215. Charles H. MacNider Art Museum ................pg. 2

6. City Hall ....................................................pg. 217. East Park ........................................ pgs. 2, 7, 248. Frank Lloyd Wright Hotel/Bank ....................pg. 39. Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman House ............pg. 310. Kinney Pioneer Museum ............................pg. 4

11. Lime Creek Nature Center .........................pg. 412. Margaret MacNider Campground .... pgs. 24, 2613. Mason City Community Theater ...............pg. 2814. Mason City High School ..........................pg. 2715. Mercy Medical Center16. Mercy Medical Center West Campus17. Meredith Willson Boyhood Home ...............pg. 518. Meredith Willson/

Music Man Footbridge ..............................pg. 519. Newman High School ..............................pg. 27

20. North Iowa Area Community College .................................pg. 27

21. North Iowa Fair Facility/ Ice Arena/I-35 Speedway ........ pgs. 3, 6, 26, 27

22. North Iowa Miniature Golf Course .............pg. 623. Plaza West Strip Mall ..............................pg. 1224. Post Office ..............................................pg. 2125. Public Library ..........................................pg. 2126. Regency Square Strip Mall ......................pg. 1227. Southbridge Mall ....................................pg. 12

28. Southport Strip Mall ...............................pg. 1329. The Music Man Square ..............................pg. 530. Visitors Information/

Convention & Visitors Bureau/ Chamber of Commerce/EDC ....................pg. 21

31. Willowbrook Mall ....................................pg. 1332. Willow Creek Crossing &

Indianhead Square..................................pg. 1333. YMCA .............................................. pgs. 26, 27

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LodgingA. Americas Best Value Inn B. Ashley Inn C. Comfort Inn D. Country Inn & Suites E. Days Inn F. Hanford Inn G. Holiday Inn H. Super 8 I. Willow Inn J. The Decker House B&B

Mason City TransportationAirline Services

Mason City Municipal Airport......................................................(641) 421-3680North Iowa Air Service ...............................................................(641) 424-9366Northwest Airlines/Airlink .............................. (641) 423-6901 • (800) 225-2525

Bus/Charter Services

Cerro Gordo Public Transit (county bus system/charter service) .......... (641) 423-2262Jefferson Bus Lines (depot at airport) ............................................ (641) 423-8341Mason City Transit (city bus system) .............................................. (641) 423-3616N orth Iowa Bus Service

(motor coach charter service).............................(641) 424-2600 • (800) 553-5416W indstar Lines

(motor coach charter service) ............................(641) 423-6400 • (800) 274-7435

Automobile Rental

Enterprise ......................................................(641) 423-8300 • (800) 736-8222Hertz Rent-A-Car (at airport) ..........................(641) 423-6536 • (800) 654-3131Lyons Toyota & Dodge ................................................................ (641) 424-5182

Taxi Services

Call-A-Cab .....................................................(641) 357-8939 • (641) 210-5088K.C. Cab..................................................................................... (641) 423-4167

Limousine Services

Enchanted Evening Limousine Service ...........(641) 422-1005 • (800) 578-8495Hanford Inn Limousine Service.......................(641) 424-9494 • (800) 424-9491Odyssey Limousine .................................................................... (641) 423-4644White Lightning ..............................................(641) 425-1720 • (641) 423-5150

Emergency NumbersPolice • Fire • Ambulance............................................................................ 911Police ........................................................................................(641) 421-3636Mercy Medical Center - North Iowa ............................................(641) 422-7000Iowa Road Condition Information ...............................................(800) 288-1047Iowa State Patrol .......................................................................(800) 525-5555

Importantphone numbers

30 Mason City Convention & Visitors Bureau

25 W. State St. (641) 422-1663 • (800) 423-5724 Fax: (641) 423-5725 e-mail: [email protected] www.VisitMasonCityIowa.com

30 Mason City Chamber of Commerce

25 W. State St. (641) 423-5724 www.masoncityia.com

30 North Iowa Corridor EDC

25 W. State St. (641) 423-0315 www.northiowacorridor.com

PopulationMason City............................................................... 29,172

Cerro Gordo County ................................................. 44,720

ClimateAverage Winter Temperature ........................... 18.2 degrees

Average Summer Temperature ........................ 70.7 degrees

Average Annual Rainfall .....................................31.4 inches

Average Annual Snowfall ...................................37.8 inches

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6 Mason City Hall

10 1st St. NW (641) 421-3600 www.masoncity.net

25 Public Library

225 2nd St. SE (641) 421-3668 www.mcpl.org

4 Cerro Gordo County Courthouse

220 N. Washington Ave. (641) 421-3021 www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us

24 Post Office

211 N. Delaware Ave. (641) 423-5231


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Central Park • • •1st NW & State

East Park S • • • B, BB, C, DG, T, V • • B, H800 Block E. State

Frederick Hanford • • B,V • • 23rd SW

Georgia Hanford • • • B, BB, V • • B, H824 22nd SE

Lester Milligan/Ray Rorick L • • • B, C, H, V, • • L, U B, H15th SW & Pierce

MacNider Campgrounds M • S • • • BB, HS, V • • P, S B, H901 N. Birch Drive

West Park/Parker’s Wood S • B, C, T • • B, HN. Jackson & 1st St. NW

River City Greenbelt S • C B, H Trail System

Winnebago Trail S • C B, H, NN. of 14th NE

Ingebretson Park M • S • • • DG • • •203 Ash St. ESE Hwy. 107, Thornton

Lime Creek Conservation Area P S • • C • • B, BR,3501 Lime Creek Road H, N Mason City

Linn Grove M • S • • • B, C, T • • • P, SSE Hwy. 65, Rockwell

Shell Rock River P S • C, HT, S • B, BR,Greenbelt & Preserve H, N Co. Road S-56

Wilkinson Pioneer Park M • S • • • C, S • • • B, BR,21425 Vine Ave. H, N Co. Road B-20, Rock Falls

Clear Lake State Park M • L • • • C, I, S • • • L, U B, H2730 S. Lakeview DriveClear Lake

McIntosh Woods M • L • • • C, HT, I, S • • • L, U H, N1200 E. Lake St. Ventura

Camping:M = Modern

P = Primitive

Fishing:L = Lake

S = Stream

Recreation:B = Ball Diamond

BB = Basketball

C = Cross-Country Skiing

DG = Disc Golf

H = Hockey

HS = Horseshoes

HT = Hunting

I = Ice Skating

S = Snowmobiling

T = Tennis

V = Volleyball

Swimming:L = Lake

P = Pool

S = Supervised

U = Unsupervised

Trails:B = Bike

BR = Bridle

H = Hiking

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Cerro Gordo County Parks ........................................................................................................(641) 423-5309 :: www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us

State of Iowa Parks .......................(641) 357-4212 .............................(641) 829-3847 :: Reservations: (877) 427-2757 :: www.reserveiaparks.com

camping

Auto Races

1-35 Speedway(North Iowa Fair Facility) (641) 424-6515

Ball Diamonds (see Parks, pages 24–25)

Frederick Hanford23rd St. SW (641) 421-3673

Mason City Baseball Complex16th St. NW (641) 423-1496

Norris Youth Softball Complex2nd St. NE & N. Tennessee Ave. (641) 421-3673

Bowling

Mystic Lanes(641) 423-4375

Rose Bowl Lanes(641) 423-8083

Camping (see Parks, pages 24–25)

Gracious Estates(641) 424-6222

MacNider Campgrounds901 Birch Drive (641)421-3673•(641)421-3679Open mid-April–mid-October.

North Iowa Fair Facility3700 4th SW, Highway 122 W (641) 423-3811Camping available for special events.

Extreme Sports Ramp

Lester Milligan/Ray Rorick15th SW & Pierce (641) 421-3673Biking, rollerblading, and skateboarding.

Fitness Centers

Anytime Fitness(641) 424-2121

Curves for Women(641) 424-1844

Ironhouse Gym(641) 424-8050

YMCA(641) 422-5999

Golf

Disc GolfEast Park, State St. (641) 421-3673

Highland Park Municipal Golf Course(641) 423-9693

Mason City Country Club(641) 424-3014

North Iowa Golf Center/Miniature Golf/Driving Range(641) 424-2244

Off Season Indoor Golf(641) 423-4653

Pine Creek Golf Course(641) 423-6831

Hunting/Fishing (see Parks, pages 24–25) There are 18 county-owned public areas and numerous state-owned public areas in Cerro Gordo County. For more information, contact:

Cerro Gordo County(641) 423-5309 www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us

Iowa Department of Natural Resources(641) 357-3517 www.iowadnr.com

Recreation Rental

Bennetts Bikes & Fitness(641) 424-4151Bikes

Wayne’s Ski & Cycle(641) 423-2851Cross-country and downhill skis.

School Sports

Mason City Community Schools1700 4th St. SE, Highway 122 E (641) 421-4400

Newman Catholic Schools2445 19th St. SW (641) 423-6939

North Iowa Area Community College500 College Drive, Highway 122 E (641) 423-1264

Skating/Hockey (see Parks, pages 24–25)

North Iowa ArenaNorth Iowa Fair Facility 3700 4th SW, Highway 122 W (641)423-3811•(641)424-3547

Youth hockey and family ice skating in an indoor ice rink. Open public skate times: Sun., 2:30 p.m.– 4:30 p.m.; Mon., Thurs., Fri., 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Admission: $3 (skate rental available for $2).

Roller City Skating Rink600 2nd St. NW (641) 423-2000Indoor roller skating rink open Sat., 1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m., year-round.

Spas

Aesthetic Touch Day Spa(641) 423-1811

Kush Spa & Salon(641) 421-8468

Salon 220 Spa(641) 423-7220

Swimming Pools

Mason City Aquatic Center 901 Birch Drive (641)421-3678•(641)421-3673Open Memorial Day–Labor Day. Outdoor pool.

YMCA1840 S. Monroe (641) 422-5999Indoor pool.

Tennis (see Parks, pages 24–25)

Mason City Parks & Recreation22 N. Georgia (641) 421-3673

North Iowa Indoor TennisNorth Iowa Fair Facility 3700 4th SW, Highway 122 W (641) 424-1941

&


RecreationEntertainment

Theaters

Cinema West Theaters(641) 424-0436

Mason City Community Theater(641) 424-6424Performances Sept.–July.

North Iowa Auditorium(641) 422-4188

Stebens Children’s Theater(641) 424-9802Performances Sept.–June.

Trails (see Parks & All-Purpose Trail on Map)

River City Greenbelt & Trail System(641) 421-3673Begins at Coolidge Ave. and continues to Winnebago Trail, leading to the Lime Creek Nature Center.

Trolley Trail(641) 423-5309Runs between Mason City and Clear Lake, parallel to County Road B35.

Winnebago Trail(641) 421-3673North of 14th St., leading to Lime Creek Nature Center.

Winnebago Water Trails(641) 423-5309Public access noted on map on pages 18–20. Great for kayaking, canoeing, and tubing.


Bar/Grill

Buffalo Wild Wings(641) 421-9464

Burke’s Bar & Grill(641) 423-9610

Cancun Bar & Grill(641) 424-4592

Champion’s Bar & Grill(641) 424-5929

Dillinger’s Bar & Grill(641) 421-1888

Homer’s(641) 423-9830

LD’s Filling Station Bar & Grill(641) 494-2313

Lorados(641) 424-8060

Mugshotz Bar & Grill(641) 421-1756

Mulligan’s Bar & Grill(641) 422-9888

The Other Place(641) 424-4507

Patrick’s Sport Bar & Grill(641) 423-5721

Sallee’s(641) 424-1310

Trax Bar & Grill(641) 423-3002

Casual Dining

4th Street Diner(641) 424-9494

Airport Café(641) 421-9553

Applebee’s(641) 424-0026

Bagel Depot(641) 424-0100

Bill’s Bar-B-Q(641) 424-4944

Bonanza(641) 423-3750

Hungry Mind(641) 423-0121

Papa’s American Café(641) 424-1593

Perkins Restaurant(641) 423-2360

Pies & More(641) 424-2166

Pizza Ranch(641) 423-3100

Primoz Lounge &Ristorante(641) 423-5788

Pro’s Sandwich Shop(641) 424-2662

Rib Crib(641) 424-3794

River City Beefstro Bar & Grille (641) 423-1640

Rose Bowl(641) 423-8083

Sour Grapes Bistro(641) 423-4700

Suzie-Q-Café(641) 423-5021

Coffee & Sweets


Birdsall’s(641) 423-5365

Birdsall’s(641) 424-5445

Borealis Downtown (641) 422-9900

Borealis Fika (641) 423-9903

Borealis Station(641) 422-9901 Cabin Coffee Co.(641) 423-6502

Coffee Cat(641) 424-4377

Cookies Etc.(641) 424-2009

Dairy Queen Brazier(641) 422-0174

Dairy Queen East(641) 380-0234

Ice Cream Parlor – Music Man Square(641) 424-2852

Jitters(641) 424-4880

Pretzelmaker(641) 423-1998

Sour Grapes Bistro(641) 423-4700

Deli

Hy-Vee East(641) 424-9741

Hy-Vee West(641) 424-2605

Pete’s Kitchen(641) 423-2666

Pita Pit(641) 424-3370

Quizno’s Subs(641) 423-4122

Subway(641) 424-8339

Subway(641) 421-0413

Subway(641) 423-6767

Subway(641) 423-3265

Subway(641) 423-6090

Super Target(641) 423-8335

Wal-Mart Supercenter(641) 423-6767

Fast Foods

Arby’s(641) 423-2264

Burger King(641) 423-8540

Culver’s(641) 423-3565

Dairy Queen Brazier(641) 422-0174

Dairy Queen East(641) 380-0234

Hardee’s(641) 424-5395

Kentucky Fried Chicken(641) 424-1132

Long John Silver’s Seafood(641) 424-1212

Maid Rite641-423-5161

McDonald’s South(641) 423-6710

Dining Out


in mason city

McDonald’s West(641) 423-0417

Taco John’s(641) 423-8503

Taco Tico(641) 423-6014

Wendy’s(641) 423-8037

Mexican

Cancun Mexican(641) 423-1807

Carlos O’Kelly’s(641) 423-9332

Pastime Gardens(641) 423-8896

Plaza Mexico(641) 423-4900

Taco John’s(641) 423-8503

Taco Tico(641) 423-6014

Oriental

China Buffet(641) 424-1100

Happy Wok(641) 424-1888

Hasey Asian Fast Food(641) 424-2457

Hunans(641) 423-9099

Wok -n- Roll(641) 423-1558

Pizza

C’s Pizza & More(641) 423-3015

Domino’s Pizza Delivery(641) 423-2330

Godfather’s(641) 424-5133

Little Chicago(641) 424-1215

Papa Murphy’s Take-n-Bake(641) 424-3011

Pizza Hut(641) 423-1732

Pizza Hut Delivery(641) 423-4412

Pizza Ranch(641) 423-3100

Steak and Seafood

Kansas City Steak House(641) 424-6361

Northwestern Steak House(641) 423-5075

Prime ’N Wine(641) 424-8153

The Quarry(641) 421-0075

Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill(641) 423-4000

Caterers

4th Street Diner(641) 424-9494


Cabin Coffee Co.(641) 423-6502

Carlos O’Kellys(641) 423-9332

Hungry Mind(641) 423-0121

Hy-Vee East(641) 424-9741

Hy-Vee West(641) 424-2605

Mason City Country Club(641) 424-3014

Pies & More(641) 424-1593

Prime ’N Wine(641) 424-8153

The Quarry(641) 421-0075

Rib Crib(641) 424-3704

Sour Grapes Bistro (641) 423-4700

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