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The “Old” Riverwalk
4.8 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Running trail in Dubuque, Iowa · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of The “Old” Riverwalk yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
What runners say about The “Old” Riverwalk
Voted one of the best River walks in the USA. Never know what you'll see.
Short little sidewalk that runs along the Mississippi River next to the railroad tracks. Great for walking your dog and there are dog waste bags available from the city. There are no signs for the park and it is tricky to find.
Short walk along the Mississippi in Dubuque. Great place to see the river up close. If you check your position on GPS you can figure out where WI, IA and IL intersect along the river.
This is a great walking spot with panoramic, unobstructed views of the Mississippi River. Would love to know the history of it.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful clean well kept path amazing view of the river great place to park and take a deep breath in-between calls”
“Great for walking your dog and there are dog waste bags available from the city.”
Plan your run at The “Old” Riverwalk
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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