HomeIllinoisRock Island › Schwiebert Riverfront Park

Schwiebert Riverfront Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 919 Google reviews · Running trail in Rock Island, Illinois · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Schwiebert Riverfront Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

ScenicRestroomsTrailhead parking

Polished community gathering place with water views, a playground, splash pad & outdoor music area.

What runners say about Schwiebert Riverfront Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (919 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 5 mentions

“The park was well maintained and looked like it would be a super fun time during community events and festivals.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“Excellent sound and beautiful scenery with a backdrop of the Mississippi River.”

This is a lovely park, great for family and just going by yourself too. It overlooks the Mississippi River and downtown Davenport, IA. There is a walking trail and a boating dock (as pictured).

★★★★★ — Ashton , Jan 2020

Very nice river front playground that includes a bike path, a free water spray park, a music performance area, and more, located near the Rock Island train depot and a beautiful trail leading to a hidden sandy area along the Mississippi River.

★★★★☆ — Angel , Jun 2026

Great place to view the river and walk. Also has a nice band shell and a park for the kids. There is a bike path also. Relaxing atmosphere.

★★★★★ — Lajanice , Mar 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 919 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 10 mentions

“Excellent sound and beautiful scenery with a backdrop of the Mississippi River.”

More trails like this →

🚻 Restrooms

“The public restroom for the ladies is nice, has automated equipment.”

More trails like this →

🅿️ Trailhead parking

More trails like this →

Plan your run at Schwiebert Riverfront Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • Websiterigov.org
  • Phone(309) 732-7275

Hours

Monday 6 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–10 PM
Thursday 6 AM–10 PM
Friday 6 AM–10 PM
Saturday 6 AM–10 PM
Sunday 6 AM–10 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Schwiebert Riverfront Park

101 17th St, Rock Island, IL 61201

Get directions

Running trails near Rock Island

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

Centennial Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 883 reviews

Davenport, IA

LitScenicDog-friendly

250-acre green space with riverside trails & gazebos, plus athletic courts, dog area & a skate park.

under a mile away

River Heritage Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ 13 reviews

Davenport, IA

under a mile away

Sylvan Island

4.6 ★★★★★ 477 reviews

Moline, IL

Crushed gravelScenic

Former industrial site by the water, offering crushed limestone hiking trails & dirt bike paths.

2.0 miles away

Lindsay Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 229 reviews

Davenport, IA

ShadedLitScenic

Grassy park with a playground, a baseball/softball diamond & views of the Mississippi River.

2.0 miles away

Sylvan Island Gateway Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 148 reviews

Moline, IL

Mixed

Park featuring paved walking and biking paths, a bridge leading to hiking trails, and fishing.

2.0 miles away

George Skafidas Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 117 reviews

Rock Island, IL

PavedScenic

Riverfront park with trails, a playground and a beach, plus a lookout tower.

2.1 miles away

All running trails in Rock Island, IL →

Nearby towns

Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.