Andalusia Slough offers paddlers sandy beaches for picnics and many islands to explore.

Paddle a short distance down the Mississippi to the Rock River.

Sylvan Slough is a wonderful backwater of the Mississippi River.

Casual upstream trip along the shoreline of the Mississippi River has moderate current. Exceptional views of the river to Princeton Beach where paddlers can stop for a picnic and swim.

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.

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.

The Hoover Nature Trail is a segment of the American Discovery Trail and is a developing trail being built along a former Rock Island and Pacific Railroad right-of-way. There are various surfaces including paved and crushed limestone. This trail will accommodate runners, walkers, and bikers at various points.

There are a series of mowed trails, including a bridge across Pike Run, in this rugged area that includes wetlands and woodlands.

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.

Over 10 miles of paved trails connecting parks, neighborhoods, and the riverfront.