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Quad Cities Water Trails
Welcome to the Quad Cities Water Trails
Experience the Mississippi River as it was first discovered, while paddling! The Quad Cities area is rich with water. Paddling conditions on the Mississippi and Rock Rivers are perfect for multi-day excursions with camping access, afternoon urban getaways, and getting in touch with nature for all levels of paddlers.
The 45 miles of Quad Cities Water Trails also ties directly into 73 miles of recreational trails for exceptional cycling and hiking.
As the mighty Mississippi River carves its way toward the Gulf of Mexico, it carries with it a sense of great adventure, mystique and respect. Paddling the Mississippi and Rock Rivers can be a challenging, rewarding and awesome experience. It demands your full attention at all times. Watching a towboat with a tow of barges navigate the river is an exciting experience, especially from the seat of a kayak or canoe.
You’re sure to treasure the time you spend on the Quad Cities Water Trails.
QCWT Map
Interactive Google Map
'Explore the River' this summer
River Action's Summer Education Program
June through September
In 2009, River Action will observe its 25th Anniversary!
To celebrate and continue to build our common riverfront and our common future, plan to take part in EXPLORE THE RIVER, a summertime education program, with some new sessions. Classes are taught by professionals in river-related topics from biology to river folktales, Sylvan Island to Arsenal Island history.
To download a brochure with registration form, CLICK HERE.
To register online for Sunday Tours, CLICK HERE.
To register online for Monday Fun Days, CLICK HERE.
To register online for Channel Cat Talks, CLICK HERE.
To register online for Riverine Walks, CLICK HERE.
