Cresco is a small city and the county seat of Howard County, Iowa. It is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts who can enjoy a broad range of outdoor activities, such as golfing at Cresco Country Club, hunting, fishing, canoeing the Turkey and Upper Iowa Rivers, biking, and hiking. Explore the beautiful nature surrounding Cresco, Iowa’s largest prairie area. Regarding budget accommodation, most of the and nearby Cresco offer rooms for less than $75 per night.