Great value. Sunday dinner, 2 hour cruise. Dinner and tap beer included for $29.95. Honestly we…read morebooked for the entertainment and were pleasantly suprised how good the food was for the price. We saw eagles nesting, barges going by, and the peacefulness of the Mississippi River. Great way to see the sunset. Would recommend.

I booked an evening dinner cruise event on the Spirit of Dubuque for myself, my wife, and some…read morecolleagues from Germany. I wanted to give them a flavor of Iowa and show them the mighty Mississippi river. Unfortunately, I gave them a bad flavor of Iowa. The experience was not at all what I expected. I had thought we would have a nice dining experience with wait staff, classy music, and good decor. Instead, the boat interior was very dated, it smelled of smoke embedded in the carpet and walls from years past, and the dinner was a buffet line. The foot was alright, but nothing great. The worst part of it all-- the entertainment was an old bluegrass/country/folk singer who played noisily over an old, cracking speaker system. We couldn't hear anything we were saying to each other and the music was not good. His guitar work was decent, but he certainly could not carry a vocal tune. Finally we decided just to ditch the dining area and go on top of the boat for views of the river and valley. It was nice up there, but the exhaust from the old diesel engines was quite strong. There's no getting around that (it was an old river boat) and I don't fault them for it. But still, it nauseated my wife. We didn't want to go back downstairs to the noise, and so we just waited out upstairs until the trip was finally over. This is definitely targeted towards older, retired couples who want value experiences and a buffet meal before they head back to the casinos. I do not recommend.

This place is absolutely incredible. I love coming here whenever I'm in the area. They have…read moreeverything you might have forgotten for your trip out on the water. They have Clinton Marina gear, represent with the tank tops, shirts, sweatshirts, towels, and so much more! The entrance is next to the Candlelight Inn entrance, all of the windows downstairs look into the store. The workers are all very friendly, and the manager Jean makes you laugh and feel like you're welcome there. I always see her working nonstop and I swear she's always there when I stop in! There are plenty of slips both reserved and temporary, there are covered slips a little further in. The docks seem secure. It's the perfect place to fill up your boat and head up to the Marina to pick up some goodies. Fellow boaters are always friendly and have great stories to tell. Sometimes it's nice to go there and hang out under the stairs looking at the beautiful Mississippi. Highly recommend the Clinton Marina!

This riverboat delivers wonderful, relaxing experiences! Captain Kevin's narration through the…read moreexcursions is excellent and fun. The food is exceptional and there is a lot of it! The staff is so kind and attentive. The bar is excellent. The entertainment on board is enjoyable. (I think commentor George G. is thinking about a different riverboat. The Captain and staff on the Twilight are thoughtful, careful, respectful.)

This vessel is too large for the speed it travels. The amount of wake it produces is ridiculous…read more They completely disrespect every other boater on the river by nearly capsizing them as they pass by. They have been asked to slow down, they do not.

Located about 2.5 hrs from Chicago, Lake Carroll has it all. I don't think there's a better place…read moreto own lakefront property. The amenities are endless. The gorgeous private lake, golf course, indoor pool, snow tubing hill with a tow rope to drag you and your tube up the hill, the lodge, and equestrian center. It's year around fun no matter what your interests are. It's very small town for Chicagoans, but the friendliness and sense of community almost feels movie-like. I really love this place.

Lake Carroll recently added weed killer to the lake due to excessive weeds. For well over a week…read morenow I have been asking for a status as members of the family were planning on swimming at the beach this weekend. I have emailed them multiple times and received no response. Multiple members of the board are on the emails and all do not feel it necessary to extend the common courtesy of an answer... STAY AWAY!!! NEGATIVE STARS FOR LAKE CARROLL MANAGEMENT IF POSSIBLE!!!

My coworkers and I visited Lake Macbride ~6:30PM on a Tuesday. Great service from this family run…read morerental company! They had plenty of pontoons available, and we selected the deluxe for a quick 1-hour trip around the lake. They were clean, well maintained and easy to operate. The employees answered all out questions and quickly taught us how to operate and what to avoid around the lake. The boats hold up to 8 people at $75 per hour (deluxe with plush seats), and there's a cheaper rate for the fishing boats. Great way to relax for our first time out in Iowa!

My coworkers and I visited Lake Macbride ~6:30PM on a Tuesday. Great service from this family run…read morerental company! They had plenty of pontoons available, and we selected the deluxe for a quick 1-hour trip around the lake. They were clean, well maintained and easy to operate. The employees answered all out questions and quickly taught us how to operate and what to avoid around the lake. The boats hold up to 8 people at $75 per hour (deluxe with plush seats), and there's a cheaper rate for the fishing boats. Great way to relax for our first time out in Iowa!

Lots of fun with beautiful scenery. We will be going back next year again for sure! Everyone was…read morevery nice and it was easy to set up the reservation.

We were here on a girls trip and decided to float down the river. We had a wonderful experience. It…read morewas about a 2 1/2 hour float. The flow of the water was perfect with a few tiny rapids. I recommend having someone in your group in a kayak. That way they can paddle you out of obstacles. They can also have room for your cooler. We saw bald eagle and and an owl. We all highly recommend this experience!

They were very helpful. Bought a boat and hoist and slip…read more Friendly, knowledgeable people

We rented a pontoon boat here as we stayed in Coralville for 2 nights on our way home from Lake…read moreMichigan. They were very friendly, made our rental very easy and it was very affordable.

They have all the paddle options but best of all they also have sup yoga!…read more How does this even work? They have buoys with carabiners where you clip the end of your paddle to so you don't drift off. The instructor and staff helps you get clipped in. And then from there the instructor guides you through a yoga session in water, sun, wind elements.

Brittingham Boats has been one of my favorite summer traditions for years. I drive from the…read moreMilwaukee area at least once every summer specifically to kayak here, and I've always loved the whole experience. They offer kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and pedal boats, plus a beach for swimming. There's a cute little snack shop with really yummy grilled cheese sandwiches and beverages, T-shirts for sale, and a deck with tables and chairs, plus chaise lounges where you can relax in the sun. They also offer special events like burgers on the bay, where you kayak out to a pontoon boat where they're grilling burgers and other special event events throughout the summer. One of the things that makes this spot so special is the location. Brittingham Boats sits on Lake Monona, just west of John Nolen Drive, with largest section of Lake Monona and the Monona Terrace on the other side of the drive. In a normal summer, one of my favorite paddles is heading east, under the railroad bridge and John Nolen Drive, and out onto Lake Monona. From there, you can paddle along the shoreline and hang out near Monona Terrace, enjoying the views, watching the other kayakers and boaters, and even spotting plenty of open-water swimmers--many of whom I imagine are training for IRONMAN Wisconsin, held right here every September. There are also several different routes available depending on how far you want to explore, including paddles that can take you toward Lake Mendota and Lake Wingra, as well as routes in the direction of Olbrich Botanical Gardens and other scenic areas around Madison. **A note for summer 2026:** construction along John Nolen Drive appears to have interrupted that usual route, and I don't believe you can currently paddle through to Lake Monona. When I got there last Friday the weather turned and I didn't go out but from the looks of the construction going on, you can't get under John Nolan Drive Here's why I was especially disappointed when I visited last Friday, for the first time this year. Unfortunately, the property looked tired and neglected. It felt as though it had been opened for the season but hadn't received cleaning-just opened the doors--areas needed sweeping, weeds and landscaping needed trimming, cobwebs needed removing, and several things could really benefit from cleaning, fresh paint and general maintenance. The bathrooms were especially disappointing. They were very rundown and so wet that I honestly didn't want to touch anything. I'm sharing this because I really DO love this place and want to continue coming back. Brittingham Boats has so much going for it--the location, the activities and the atmosphere are wonderful. I just hope some time, attention and investment can be put into cleaning up and refreshing the place. A little TLC would go a very long way toward bringing back the charming place I've enjoyed making a special trip to visit every summer.

First time wakeboarder here. I've skied many times but never got up on a wakeboard. After failing…read moreseveral times I'm happy to report, with the help of the talented and patient staff, I got up and rode for my first time! Came here with my family and we had an absolute blast. Very cool park set up with a cable system. It's tough to initially get the feel of taking off from a dead stop on the dock, but I do like the fact you're level with the water. Once you get a feel for it, the turns are also difficult (for a newbie) but not impossible. For the advanced riders, they have tons of features to ride on (or jump off of). As mentioned, the staff are friendly and helpful. They are all VERY good wakeboarders so they know their stuff. You can bring your own gear or rent from them. They have slow speed sessions or normal sessions, so if you're a beginner, go for the slow. A few small criticisms I had that would be easy to fix: -We came for a slow speed session and I was bummed they bumped up the speed halfway through the session right when I started getting the hang of it and I started falling again. I wish they wouldn't advertise a speed and then change it midway. They did bump it back down at the end of the session, which was good. -I think they need a little more padding on the shore by the first turn. If you fall there, to get onto the shore, you need to walk over rocks and they're painful on bare feet. -Our two younger nephews got a small burn on their shoulder from the life jacket rubbing against them? the adults were fine so not sure what that was about. All in all, a very positive experience for us and Rockford is very lucky to have a place like this! Can't wait to come back!

West Rock is a prime example for how EVERY cable park (and business) should be run. The staff are…read moreall-time, the park layout is incredible, the locals are very friendly, and the vibes simply can't be beat. This family owned & operated business does wonders with the community and is beyond passionate about the wakeboard industry. We travel from CA every season because we LOVE this place so much. I wish it was closer to the west coast, but the location is what makes this place beyond special. If you're looking into trying wakeboarding for the first time, West Rock is BY FAR the most affordable and provides the best experience for any ability level. Ask about their never ever (first timer) classes if you've never ridden before. A private coach will go above and beyond to get you riding and loving the sport as much as we do! Thanks for always delivering a 6 star experience for every day we ride your park!

Was in the area and stopped in for a visit. On site restaurant featured sandwiches and desserts.read more

I enjoy learning about the history of towns, so this was a treat to me. Watching the mule pull the…read moreboat up the channel was cool, but the best part was listening to the history of the canal and Illinois. The only downside on my tour was the other occupants. If you schedule a tour, please show up on time. The guide waited on people that was late. Also, don't take a tour if you plan to be disruptive and talk about non-related items the entire tour. The tour guide had a lot of patience with the audience, and we could tell that the constant laughter and cackling was a distraction to him.