Hennepin Canal Paddling Route
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City | Annawan (IL), Atkinson (IL), Colona (IL), Geneseo (IL) |
Difficulty | Moderate, Difficult |
Length | 29.90 miles |
Explore the Hennepin Canal by boat, paddling from the edge of Henry County to the Rock River. This route will require some portaging and an adventurous spirit, but will be a rewarding way to visit a local historic treasure.
Rock River National Water Trail: Erie to the Mississippi
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City | Cleveland (IL), Colona (IL), Henry County (IL), Milan (IL), Moline (IL), Rock Island (IL), Rock Island County (IL), Silvis (IL) |
Difficulty | Moderate, Difficult |
Length | 38.80 miles |
Enjoy this section of the Rock River National Water Trail as the river flows from through Henry and Rock Island Counties into the Mississippi, in the heart of the Quad Cities. Multiple access points allow you to experience the river for a few hours or as a longer journey.
West Side Trail
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City | Muscatine |
Difficulty | Easy, Moderate |
Length | 7.10 miles, Network |
The West Side Trail provides a trail connection to numerous regional parks, including Discovery Park, Kent Stein Park, and Deep Lakes Park. Portions of the trail are segments of either or both the Mississippi River Trail and American Discovery Trail.