visitors guide
Mason City Iowa
2008 COUNTY OF THE YEAR Iowa Tourism
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North Iowa Band Festival
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Mason City Attractions
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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
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Cannonball 457
East 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. 2
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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. MasonCityIowa
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Off Season Indoor Golf 1104 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.
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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.
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Attractions Central Gardens of North Iowa N. 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 Farm 10586 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 Lake Clear 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 Center 17 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.
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Diamond Jo Casino 777 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 Maze 2501 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 Lake Seawall 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 & Museum 460 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. MasonCityIowa
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45 NB O 24 5th SW; Intersection Hwy. 122 & Hwy. 65 (641) 424-2910 • (800) 315-2378 www.bestvalueinnmc.com
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57 NB 2301 4th SW; Hwy. 122 W (641) 424-0210 • (800) 329-7466 www.daysinn.com
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88 NB E, I 4082 4th St. SW; Hwy. 122 W W (641) 423-1770 • (800) 456-4000 www.countryinns.com
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Southport Strip Mall
1720 S. Federal/Highway 65 S
Includes a department store and fabric store.
YOU DROP
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Willow Creek Crossing & Indianhead Square
Features 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
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Downtown Mason City
Several stores catering to shoppers’ needs, including antique shops, several restaurants, and coffeehouses. Free parking available. 23
Plaza West Strip Mall
2560 4th SW/Highway 122 W
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.
Featuring a discount store, grocery store, restaurants, fast food, card/gift shop, and home décor/craft store.
Prairie West Plaza 4700 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 Mall
100 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. 12
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Annual Events Event Location Key
MC = Mason City
CL = Clear Lake
January Hockey Tournaments - MC Pro-AM Archery Tournament - MC Performing Arts Series - MC Flea Market - MC
February ’50s in February - CL North IA Home/Landscaping Show - MC Iowa Minnesota Sportshow - MC Kite Festival - CL ValenWine - MC
March River City Gun Show - MC Auto/Dirt Bike/ATV Swap - MC North IA Choral Concert - MC Spring Craft Show - MC
April Easter Extravaganza - MC River City Barbershop Chorus Concert - MC Flea Market - MC Farm Toy Show - MC
May Craft/Antique Fair - CL Midstates Hunter/Jumper Horse Show - MC North Iowa Band Festival - MC Shrine Circus - MC Walleye Classic - CL Horse Shows - MC Bull Riding - MC
June MacNider Arts Festival - MC Municipal Band Concerts - MC Midstates Hunter/Jumper Horse Show - MC Greek Festival - MC Friday Night Live - MC Horse Shows - MC Vintage Car Day - MC 14
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July Fireworks on July 3 - MC 4th of July Celebration - CL North Iowa Free Fair - MC Lakeside Dixiefest - CL Ridiculous Days - MC Friday Night Live - MC BBQ Bash - MC Independent Film Festival - CL
August Regatta - CL Summer Dance Cruise - CL Friday Night Live - MC Civil War Re-enactment - MC Kids Day - MC Antiques in the Square - CL
September Horse Shows - MC Midstates Hunter/Jumper Horse Show - MC Gun Collector’s Show - MC River City Festival - MC Artoberfest - MC
October Kennel Club Show - MC Road for Education Marathon - MC Craft Show - MC Halloween Hike - MC Harvest Fest - CL
November Home for the Holidays - MC Performing Arts Series - MC Flea Market - MC North Iowa Fall Band Concert - MC
December Tuba Christmas - MC Christmas by the Lake - CL Candlelight Christmas Festival - MC Central States Gun Show - MC
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Prairie School/Historical Architectural Walking Tour
Lodging A. 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
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AreasofInterest 1. Airport........................................................pg. 22 2. Aquatic Center..................................... pgs. 4, 27 3. Central Park......................................... pgs. 5, 24 4. Cerro Gordo County Courthouse.................pg. 21 5. Charles H. MacNider Art Museum.................pg. 2 18
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6. City Hall.....................................................pg. 21 7. East Park......................................... pgs. 2, 7, 24 8. Frank Lloyd Wright Hotel/Bank.....................pg. 3 9. Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman House.............pg. 3 10. Kinney Pioneer Museum.............................pg. 4
11. Lime Creek Nature Center..........................pg. 4 12. Margaret MacNider Campground..... pgs. 24, 26 13. Mason City Community Theater................pg. 28 14. Mason City High School...........................pg. 27 15. Mercy Medical Center 16. Mercy Medical Center West Campus 17. Meredith Willson Boyhood Home................pg. 5 18. Meredith Willson/ Music Man Footbridge...............................pg. 5 19. 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. 6 23. Plaza West Strip Mall...............................pg. 12 24. Post Office...............................................pg. 21 25. Public Library...........................................pg. 21 26. Regency Square Strip Mall.......................pg. 12 27. Southbridge Mall.....................................pg. 12 19
28. Southport Strip Mall................................pg. 13 29. The Music Man Square...............................pg. 5 30. Visitors Information/ Convention & Visitors Bureau/ Chamber of Commerce/EDC.....................pg. 21 31. Willowbrook Mall.....................................pg. 13 32. Willow Creek Crossing & Indianhead Square..................................pg. 13 33. YMCA............................................... pgs. 26, 27 MasonCityIowa
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Mason City Important phone numbers at a glance 30
Mason City Convention & Visitors Bureau
Transportation
25 W. State St. (641) 422-1663 • (800) 423-5724 Fax: (641) 423-5725 e-mail: cvb@VisitMasonCityIowa.com www.VisitMasonCityIowa.com 30
Airline Services Mason City Municipal Airport......................................................(641) 421-3680 North Iowa Air Service................................................................(641) 424-9366 Northwest Airlines/Airlink............................... (641) 423-6901 • (800) 225-2525
Mason City Chamber of Commerce
Bus/Charter Services
25 W. State St. (641) 423-5724 www.masoncityia.com 30
Cerro Gordo Public Transit (county bus system/charter service).......... (641) 423-2262 Jefferson Bus Lines (depot at airport)............................................. (641) 423-8341 Mason City Transit (city bus system)............................................... (641) 423-3616 N orth Iowa Bus Service (motor coach charter service).............................(641) 424-2600 • (800) 553-5416 W indstar Lines (motor coach charter service). ...........................(641) 423-6400 • (800) 274-7435
North Iowa Corridor EDC
25 W. State St. (641) 423-0315 www.northiowacorridor.com
Mason City Hall
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Public Library
225 2nd St. SE (641) 421-3668 www.mcpl.org
Automobile Rental Enterprise.......................................................(641) 423-8300 • (800) 736-8222 Hertz Rent-A-Car (at airport)...........................(641) 423-6536 • (800) 654-3131 Lyons Toyota & Dodge................................................................. (641) 424-5182
Cerro Gordo County Courthouse 4
220 N. Washington Ave. (641) 421-3021 www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us 24
Taxi Services Call-A-Cab......................................................(641) 357-8939 • (641) 210-5088 K.C. Cab..................................................................................... (641) 423-4167
Post Office Limousine Services
211 N. Delaware Ave. (641) 423-5231
Enchanted Evening Limousine Service............(641) 422-1005 • (800) 578-8495 Hanford Inn Limousine Service.......................(641) 424-9494 • (800) 424-9491 Odyssey Limousine..................................................................... (641) 423-4644 White Lightning...............................................(641) 425-1720 • (641) 423-5150
Population Mason City............................................................... 29,172 Cerro Gordo County.................................................. 44,720
Climate Average Winter Temperature............................ 18.2 degrees Average Summer Temperature......................... 70.7 degrees Average Annual Rainfall......................................31.4 inches Average Annual Snowfall....................................37.8 inches MasonCityIowa
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Emergency Numbers Police • Fire • Ambulance............................................................................ 911 Police.........................................................................................(641) 421-3636 Mercy Medical Center - North Iowa.............................................(641) 422-7000 Iowa Road Condition Information................................................(800) 288-1047 Iowa State Patrol........................................................................(800) 525-5555
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KEY Camping: M = Modern P = Primitive
Fishing: L = Lake S = Stream
Recreation: B = Ball Diamond BB = Basketball
Central Park 1st NW & State
East Park
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Georgia Hanford 824 22nd SE
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Mason City Parks (641) 421-3673
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Trails: B = Bike BR = Bridle H = Hiking N = Nature
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McIntosh Woods 1200 E. Lake St. Ventura
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Entertainment Auto Races 1-35 Speedway
(North Iowa Fair Facility) (641) 424-6515
Ball Diamonds (see Parks, pages 24–25)
Extreme Sports Ramp Lester Milligan/Ray Rorick 15th SW & Pierce (641) 421-3673 Biking, rollerblading, and skateboarding.
Frederick Hanford
Fitness Centers
23rd St. SW (641) 421-3673
Anytime Fitness
Mason City Baseball Complex 16th St. NW (641) 423-1496
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:
Spas
(641) 423-5309 www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us
Aesthetic Touch Day Spa
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
(641) 423-1811
(641) 357-3517 www.iowadnr.com
Kush Spa & Salon (641) 421-8468
Recreation Rental
Swimming Pools
(641) 424-2121
Wayne’s Ski & Cycle
Mason City Aquatic Center
Curves for Women
(641) 423-2851 Cross-country and downhill skis.
(641) 424-1844
Ironhouse Gym
School Sports
2nd St. NE & N. Tennessee Ave. (641) 421-3673
YMCA (641) 422-5999
1700 4th St. SE, Highway 122 E (641) 421-4400
Newman Catholic Schools
Bowling
Golf
Mystic Lanes
Disc Golf
Camping (see Parks, pages 24–25) Gracious Estates (641) 424-6222
MacNider Campgrounds 901 Birch Drive (641) 421-3673 • (641) 421-3679 Open mid-April–mid-October.
North Iowa Fair Facility
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(641) 423-7220
(641) 424-4151 Bikes
Mason City Community Schools
(641) 423-8083
Salon 220 Spa
Bennetts Bikes & Fitness
(641) 424-8050
Rose Bowl Lanes
600 2nd St. NW (641) 423-2000 Indoor roller skating rink open Sat., 1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m., year-round.
Cerro Gordo County
Norris Youth Softball Complex
(641) 423-4375
Roller City Skating Rink
East 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
901 Birch Drive (641) 421-3678 • (641) 421-3673 Open Memorial Day–Labor Day. Outdoor pool.
YMCA 1840 S. Monroe (641) 422-5999 Indoor pool.
2445 19th St. SW (641) 423-6939
Tennis (see Parks, pages 24–25)
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City Parks & Recreation
500 College Drive, Highway 122 E (641) 423-1264
22 N. Georgia (641) 421-3673
Skating/Hockey (see Parks, pages 24–25)
North Iowa Fair Facility 3700 4th SW, Highway 122 W (641) 424-1941
North Iowa Indoor Tennis
North Iowa Arena North 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).
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Theaters Cinema West Theaters (641) 424-0436
Mason City Community Theater (641) 424-6424 Performances Sept.–July.
North Iowa Auditorium (641) 422-4188
Stebens Children’s Theater (641) 424-9802 Performances Sept.–June.
Trails (see Parks & All-Purpose Trail on Map) River City Greenbelt & Trail System (641) 421-3673 Begins at Coolidge Ave. and continues to Winnebago Trail, leading to the Lime Creek Nature Center.
Trolley Trail (641) 423-5309 Runs between Mason City and Clear Lake, parallel to County Road B35.
Winnebago Trail (641) 421-3673 North of 14th St., leading to Lime Creek Nature Center.
Winnebago Water Trails (641) 423-5309 Public access noted on map on pages 18–20. Great for kayaking, canoeing, and tubing.
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Dining Out in mason city
Sour Grapes Bistro (641) 423-4700
Suzie-Q-Café (641) 423-5021
Buffalo Wild Wings (641) 421-9464
Burke’s Bar & Grill (641) 423-9610
Cancun Bar & Grill (641) 424-4592
Mulligan’s Bar & Grill
Hungry Mind
Bagel Depot
(641) 423-0121
(641) 424-0100
Birdsall’s
The Other Place
Papa’s American Café
(641) 424-4507
(641) 424-1593
Patrick’s Sport Bar & Grill
Perkins Restaurant
(641) 424-5445
(641) 423-2360
Borealis Downtown
Pies & More
(641) 422-9900
(641) 422-9888
(641) 423-5721
Sallee’s (641) 424-1310
Champion’s Bar & Grill (641) 424-5929
Trax Bar & Grill (641) 423-3002
Casual Dining
(641) 421-1888
4th Street Diner
(641) 423-9830
Airport Café
Pro’s Sandwich Shop
(641) 494-2313
(641) 424-0026
Lorados
Bagel Depot
(641) 421-1756
Applebee’s
(641) 424-0100
Bill’s Bar-B-Q
(641) 424-2662
Rib Crib (641) 424-3794
River City Beefstro Bar & Grille (641) 423-1640
(641) 424-4944
Bonanza (641) 423-3750 30
Primoz Lounge & Ristorante
(641) 424-9494
(641) 421-9553
Mugshotz Bar & Grill
(641) 423-3100
(641) 423-5788
LD’s Filling Station Bar & Grill
(641) 424-8060
Pizza Ranch
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Rose Bowl (641) 423-8083
(641) 424-2852
Wal-Mart Supercenter
Jitters
(641) 423-8335
(641) 423-6767
Pretzelmaker (641) 423-1998
Fast Foods Arby’s (641) 423-2264
Sour Grapes Bistro (641) 423-4700
Deli
Burger King (641) 423-8540
Culver’s (641) 423-3565
Hy-Vee East
Borealis Fika (641) 423-9903
Borealis Station (641) 422-9901
Dillinger’s Bar & Grill Homer’s
(641) 423-5365
Birdsall’s
(641) 424-2166
Super Target
(641) 424-4880
Coffee & Sweets Bar/Grill
Ice Cream Parlor – Music Man Square
Cabin Coffee Co.
(641) 423-6502
Coffee Cat (641) 424-4377
Cookies Etc.
(641) 424-9741
Hy-Vee West
Dairy Queen Brazier (641) 422-0174
(641) 424-2605
Pete’s Kitchen (641) 423-2666
Pita Pit (641) 424-3370
Quizno’s Subs
Dairy Queen East (641) 380-0234
Hardee’s (641) 424-5395
(641) 423-4122
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Subway
(641) 424-1132
(641) 424-8339
Long John Silver’s Seafood
(641) 424-2009
Subway (641) 421-0413
(641) 424-1212
Dairy Queen Brazier
Subway
Maid Rite
(641) 422-0174
(641) 423-6767
641-423-5161
Dairy Queen East
Subway
McDonald’s South
(641) 423-3265
(641) 423-6710
(641) 380-0234
Subway (641) 423-6090
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McDonald’s West
Pizza
Caterers
(641) 423-0417
C’s Pizza & More
4th Street Diner
(641) 423-3015
(641) 424-9494
Domino’s Pizza Delivery
Bagel Depot
Taco John’s (641) 423-8503
Taco Tico (641) 423-6014
(641) 424-0100
(641) 423-2330
Godfather’s
Cabin Coffee Co.
(641) 424-5133
(641) 423-6502
Little Chicago
Carlos O’Kellys
(641) 424-1215
(641) 423-9332
(641) 423-1807
Papa Murphy’s Take-n-Bake
Hungry Mind
Carlos O’Kelly’s
(641) 424-3011
Wendy’s (641) 423-8037
Mexican Cancun Mexican
(641) 423-9332
Pizza Hut Pastime Gardens
(641) 423-4900
Taco John’s (641) 423-8503
Hy-Vee East (641) 424-9741
(641) 423-1732
(641) 423-8896
Plaza Mexico
(641) 423-0121
Pizza Hut Delivery (641) 423-4412
Pizza Ranch
Hy-Vee West (641) 424-2605
Mason City Country Club (641) 424-3014
(641) 423-3100
Pies & More Taco Tico
Steak and Seafood
(641) 424-1593
(641) 423-6014
Kansas City Steak House
Prime ’N Wine
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) 424-6361
(641) 424-8153
Northwestern Steak House
The Quarry Rib Crib
Prime ’N Wine
(641) 424-3704
(641) 424-8153
The Quarry (641) 421-0075
Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill (641) 423-4000
(641) 423-1558
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(641) 423-5075
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MILES FROM MASON CITY TO: Iowa Cities Burlington, IA.........................249 Cedar Rapids, IA.....................146 Council Bluffs, IA....................245 Des Moines, IA........................120 Dubuque, IA...........................164 Iowa City, IA............................164 Quad Cities, IA........................223 Sioux City, IA..........................197 Spirit Lake/Okoboji, IA...........116 Waterloo/Cedar Falls, IA...........81
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