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Rock Island County
Moline

Sylvan Slough – Government Bridge loop from Moline

Easy

4.7

(6102)

18,634

riders

Sylvan Slough – Government Bridge loop from Moline

00:43

11.4km

20m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 1.83 km for 110 m

After 11.0 km for 74 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.76 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 …

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2

4.10 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

4.56 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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4

5.23 km

Fort Armstrong

Highlight • Historical Site

If you are looking for a historical and scenic trail running destination, you should check out Fort Armstrong on the Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois. This fort was built in …

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5

5.39 km

Government Bridge

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This impressive and historical bridge is an unusual structure in that it is a double-decked bridge. It carries two railroad lines on top and vehicular/pedestrian traffic on the lower deck. …

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6

6.63 km

Quad City Botanical Center

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The Quad City Botanical Center spans about 4 acres. There is a diverse collection of plant species and themed gardens here, and it's great for all ages to visit. The …

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7

7.23 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 …

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11.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.51 km

2.15 km

381 m

375 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.1 km

1.15 km

138 m

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Wednesday 21 October

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