Railroad Bridge Park is located in the southwest part of town and is a good area for fishing. West Park is in the west end of town with shelter houses available for rent, volleyball, basketball, and tennis courts and playground equipment for children. George Wyatt Campgrounds is located on the original grounds the Winnebago Indians camped on. There are 24 campsites with trailer dump and showers available. There is also a boat ramp available.
Fishing is enjoyed by many who camp here.
Rockford also has a nine hole golf course with a swimming pool. Rockford is a farming community raising corn and beans. Hogs and cattle are also raised in the area. Farmers Co-op Elevators are located in the west end of town. Rockford has three restaurants, Pizza Corral which is open Tuesday through Sunday late afternoon and evenings, Captain Bly's and Jackie's Choice.