Picture a village on the banks of a famous fly-fishing river surrounded by parks and natural beauty. All within walking distance are unique shops, exceptional eateries and lots of fun things to do. It seems such a place could exist only in the imagination, but the charms of Rockford are real.
Explore Rockford’ s distinctive shopping district with its quaint boutiques and specialty stores. The birthplace of Hush Puppies shoes, Rockford is the home of Wolverine World Wide and the Rockford Footwear Depot, where you can shop one of the largest company outlet stores in the Midwest.
Stroll Rockford’ s boardwalks and nature trails. The Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park travels along the river and through the heart of downtown Rockford. This scenic paved rail trail is perfect for cycling, jogging, inline skating or just a
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pleasant walk. Rockford’ s Rogue River is renowned for its paddle sports and world-class fishery. Cast your line for brook trout or seasonal runs of salmon and steelhead. Bring along your kayak or canoe and gather family and friends for an adventure down the mighty Rogue.
If all these activities give you an appetite, you’ ve come to the right place. Rockford’ s many restaurants offer everything from classic diner fare to the finest haute cuisine. Visit Rockford’ s famous Corner Bar and its Hot Dog Hall of Fame. Stop by Herman’ s Boy, the oldest coffee roastery in the Midwest. Savor the local flavor. Indulge in the natural beauty. Share a special moment with someone you love. Take a departure from the ordinary and discover the charms of Rockford.
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