Become a QC Wild Places Explorer

RiverWay Guides

- Walking Guide now available at the River Action office in Davenport and the Visit Quad Cities office in Moline. It can also be viewed online here.

Welcome to RiverWay – the Quad Cities’ scenic stretch of the Mississippi River with almost 100 miles of area parks, trails and overlooks between the river bluffs. Enjoy America’s most famous river by walking or biking along its paved riverfront trails.

BIKING INFO

Kayak/Canoe the RiverWay

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 tie directly into 73 miles of recreational trails for exceptional cycling and hiking.

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Become a QC Wild Explorer by visiting three or more sites and you'll receive an official QC Wild Places hat. Complete the form below and upload photos of you – with an identifiable sign or landmark of that location.

Start your exploration of QC Wild Places today. The QC Wild Explorer program is open to youth ages 13 and under. In addition to a QC Wild Places hat, explorers will receive a certificate for participating.

If you would prefer to submit your visit and photos by mail, the information should be sent to:

QC Wild Places Explorer Program: River Action, Inc., 822 E. River Drive, Davenport, IA 52807.