to protect and restore our greatest asset – the Mississippi River – and our shared RiverWay environment.
the cultural and economic activities that enhance and promote our community and quality of life.
adoption of sustainable practices that improve our waterways and our area's environment.
WEB SITE
Sylvan Island
MANAGING ORGANIZATION
City of Moline
CONTACT
Yvonne Brolander
Phone Number:
309-524-2424
E-MAIL
ybrolander@moline.il.us
PARKING/ACCESS
Turn north onto 1st Street from River Drive, then east onto 1st Avenue. Parking at the end of 1st Avenue to the north along 2nd Street
SITE AMENITIES
Fishing, walking/hiking trails, mountain biking trails, kayak/canoe portage for QC River Trails, informational kiosk and a water fountain
HOURS
6 a.m. to sunset
SPECIAL CLOSINGS/EVENTS
Sylvan Island Stampede hosted by Friends of Off Road Cycling (FORC) held annually in April
SITE CHARACTERISTICS
The abandoned industrial site consists primarily of invasive shrubs such as buckthorn and European honeysuckle
Site Acreage:
Approximately 35 acres