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Schwiebert Riverfront Park – Sylvan Slough loop from Davenport

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Schwiebert Riverfront Park – Sylvan Slough loop from Davenport

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3.4

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Schwiebert Riverfront Park – Sylvan Slough loop from Davenport

01:39

16.0km

20m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

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Bus stop

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2.31 km

Schwiebert Riverfront Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Schwiebert Riverfront Park offers a variety of features, including art sculptures, a digital playground, a fountain, a great lawn, an observation shelter, a parking lot, a promenade, restrooms, a stage, a triangle lawn, an urban concrete beach, and a walk/jog path/trail. The park was named after former Mayor Mark Schwiebert, who lived from 1989 to 2009, for his dedication to enhancing public access to the riverfront. The park hosts live music events and is a picturesque setting for leisure and for recreation.

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2.91 km

Sylvan Slough

Highlight • River

Sylvan Slough is a river in Illinois that passes Rock Island.

If you follow the river further east, you'll get wonderful views to Rock Island Arsenal and Sylvan Island.

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3.37 km

Sylvan Slough

Highlight • River

Sylvan Slough is a river in Illinois that passes Rock Island.

If you follow the river further east, you'll get wonderful views to Rock Island Arsenal and Sylvan Island.

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3.38 km

Mississippi River Trail (MRT) – Illinois

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Mississippi River Trail (MRT) is a long distance bike trail that traverses 10 states. It travels for over 2,000 continuous miles on each side of the river, between the headwaters at Lake Itasca, Minnesota and the Gulf of Mexico. It is still work in progress but when complete the route will consist of trails and bike-friendly roads, with “MRT” signs identifying the way.

In Illinois, the MRT route goes through some of the state’s most diverse landscapes and provides miles of great cycling. It hugs historic canals, crosses unglaciated hills, parallels the Rock and Fox Rivers, and includes one of America’s first rail-trails.

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5.59 km

View of Sylvan Island

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this spot along the Great River Trail you get great views of Sylvan Island. You can cross a bridge to the island, but there are really only hiking and single track mountain bike trails that are unsuitable for road cycling.

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9.26 km

I-74 Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This bridge parallels the course of I-74 across the Mississippi River, keeping cyclists and other pedestrians safely away from the fast-moving vehicles. The bridge connects to cycleways on either side of the river, and also has a viewing area with an oculus.

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16.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.4 km

1.10 km

502 m

Surfaces

10.6 km

3.07 km

2.32 km

Elevation

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Thursday 9 July

29°C

22°C

93 %

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Description

If you're looking for a challenging urban-to-natural jogging route that truly earns its 'difficult' rating, the Schwiebert Riverfront Park – Sylvan Slough loop from Davenport is definitely worth your time. This 10.0-mile (16.0 km) route packs in 82 feet (25 metres) of elevation gain over an estimated 1 hour and 38 minutes, making it a serious workout for those with very good fitness.

What to expect on Schwiebert Riverfront Park – Sylvan Slough loop from Davenport

Starting from Davenport, you'll quickly find yourself on well-maintained paved paths through Schwiebert Riverfront Park, enjoying expansive views of the Mississippi River, its bridges, and the Davenport skyline. As you transition towards Sylvan Slough, the scenery shifts dramatically to a more natural backwater environment, complete with lily pads and abundant waterfowl. Crossing over to Sylvan Island, expect a mix of crushed limestone and even some dirt trails, offering a varied surface underfoot. This blend of urban and natural, combined with the 10-mile distance, makes it a demanding but rewarding experience for runners who appreciate changing landscapes.

Planning your visit

The Schwiebert Riverfront Park is a great place to start, offering easy access to the riverfront paths. While the route is generally accessible, remember that the overall 10.0-mile (16.0 km) distance and varied terrain contribute to its difficult rating, so plan your hydration and energy accordingly. The trail is part of the larger Great River Trail system, offering extensive connectivity, and the quick-drying soil on Sylvan Island means it's often runnable even after rain.

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