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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.
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Tune Up For Taming - Aug 19 & 26, Sep 2 & 9
What: 'Tune Up' is a series of training sessions open to Taming of the Slough racers and the general public. We will have free canoes and kayaks on a first come first serve basis thanks to an in-kind donation from Princeton Outdoor Adventures. This is intended to be a fun, loosely structured event, that promotes adventure sports in the QCs.
When: Tune Ups will be held Thur evenings, Aug 19 & 26 and Sep 2 & 9 from 530-7 p.m.
Where: QCRA Boathouse, 17th St at the Mississippi River in Moline. Paddle section will be in Sylvan Slough [2 miles], bike to Sylvan Island for a couple off-road laps[5-7 miles], and run on the riverfront trail to Sylvan Island [2 miles].
Why: Get prepared for Taming of the Slough or just to enjoy some time on the water or riding trails on Sylvan Island.
After: Stick around afterward Tune Up for food and drink specials on the patio at Bass St. Chophouse.
Other details: Water station available at staging area. Bring your water bottles! Volunteers will help watch over equipment but there is not a secured transition area. Bike locks recommended to secure equipment if you want to be 100% safe.
Call River Actions with any questions - 563.322.2969
