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RiverWay Guides

Bike/Walk the RiverWay

- 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.

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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For whom is Marquis Harbor named?

For whom is Marquis Harbor named?

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One of the best ways to experience the Mississippi River is on the bow of a boat. You can truly get a sense for the beauty, power and importance of America’s greatest natural resource. This sentiment was shared by Frank and Virginia Marquis, avid local boaters for whom Moline’s Marquis Harbor is named.

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Parr Engineering Co.

Virginia Marquis

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What toy factory used to be here?

What toy factory used to be here?

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Several small factories are located along the parkway and have co-existed with their residential neighbors for many years. Since the area is vulnerable to flooding, some businesses have built flood walls to protect their property while others erect sandbag walls when floods are predicted.

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StromBecker Toys

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Which span of the Memorial Bridge was completed first?

Which span of the Memorial Bridge was completed first?

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The first span of this magnificent twin suspension bridge you stand near was completed in 1935.

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Iowa Illinois Memorial Bridge

City of Bettendorf

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How long is the Mississippi River Trail?

How long is the Mississippi River Trail?

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Through most of the 19th century, steamboats were a common sight on the Upper Mississippi River.

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Mississippi River Trail

Ben Butterworth Parkway

Ralph Birks Memorial Trail

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In what year did John Deere move his plow factory to Moline?

In what year did John Deere move his plow factory to Moline?

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John Deere Plow

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822 E. River Drive
Davenport, Iowa 52803
Phone: (563) 322-2969
Email: riveraction@riveraction.org

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