Here in the River Cities, we are one community joined by bridges and by our love for the Mighty Mississippi. In the winter, we eagle watch. In the summer, we boat. When it’ s beautiful, we walk and bike. When the temperature doesn’ t cooperate, we stay in our cars and take lunch next to the river. You won’ t find a day when there isn’ t someone enjoying the beauty of the Mississippi River on either side of it here in the River Cities. Don’ t know where to start? Here’ s what the locals do along the river!
Biking
Walking
PHOTO BY DANIEL SMOTZ
Rental bikes are available for $ 1 / hr at multiple locations along the river front in Clinton. A 10-mile loop will take you north to Eagle Point Park and south to Camanche, Iowa. Bike rentals are available seasonally, generally from May through October.
Art
Located in the scenic riverside city of Clinton, the Clinton Discovery Trail offers trail users a wonderful way to make the most of the city ' s prime location on the banks of the Mississippi River. Dedicated to three American astronauts who hailed from Clinton County, the trail provides 9.8 miles of paved path and links the city ' s popular Riverview Park in the south with Eagle Point Park in the north.
The Freedom Rock in Clinton, Iowa is a large stone on Riverview Drive that honors veterans from Clinton County. Artist Ray " Bubba " Sorensen painted it in 2020. The rock is painted with the names and images of veterans from Clinton County. The north side of the rock honors the Meskwaki Code Talkers.
TAKE A SELFIE IN A PHOTOFRAME ALONG THE RIVERFRONT!
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