Sylvan Island is teeming with both trails and wildlife - come check out the 1.2-mile multi-use trail, miles of single-track mountain biking for users of all abilities, and sites great for picnicking, birdwatching, and fishing.

The 1280-acre Scott County Park is the largest in the county and offers a variety of hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails.

Set amongst the bluffs of northern Rock Island County, Illiniwek Forest Preserve features 5 miles of ultra flowy singletrack with the longest sustained climbs and descents in the QC area. The park offers a wide range of amenities besides the off road trails and is located on the Great River Trail bike path for easy car-free access.

Since its establishment in 1885, gardens and floral displays have been a tradition at this beautiful 33 acre park, inviting visitors to stroll from the Conservatory to the Stone Fountain. The park grounds are home to an extensive collection of gardens and trees, including many planted during the early 1890s.

This 4.9 mile trail connects the cities of Eldridge and Long Grove, Iowa. This asphalt and concrete separated trail is ideal for running, walking, and biking.

Pause a moment and picture a forest in the middle of the city -- an urban paradise. Hiking trails that wind deep into the woods, up rugged hills, and along the banks of a gentle river, remote spots where nature wraps around you.

Traversing mainly through natural areas along the river, as well as industrial lands, trail users can experience diverse scenery along the Rock Island Riverfront Trail as it culminates in exciting downtown Rock Island.

Nature enthusiasts will love this section of the GRT -- Fisherman's Corner offers an excellent view of a small aquatic marsh near Locks and Dam 14, which is home to an array of wildlife species.

Paddle this portage-free section of the Hennepin Canal, between historic locks 23 and 24 and through Aqueduct 6.

Paddle this portage-free section of the Hennepin Canal, between historic locks 24 and 25 and passing through Aqueduct 7.