I started this trail at its entrance on the Sterling side of the Rock River…read more Crossing the Rock was a nice starter. On the western dam side, a group of pelicans and their babies swam in the water. Can't say I've ever seen pelicans in Illinois before. Once you reach the Rock Falls side the trail adjoins the Hennepin canal for the rest of the ride. In warm weather you're likely to see a lot of people fishing all the way up to the I88 underpass. Heading south of I88 you aren't likely to see anyone. The trail is in decent shape for an earthen based path, I didn't see much more than small twigs on my ride south. There's easily a good 5-6 miles where you don't see much of anything manmade with the exception of crossing a road. If you're a bird lover, this area will highly appeal. On my 25-mile journey I must have seen 50-75 orioles, a variety of blue colored birds, cardinals, several colors of finch, and a bird that has white tipped feathers that I've never seen before. I'm not a birder but they are beautiful to watch. The canal itself is clean with occasional turtles perched on logs. There was only one spot with bathrooms, and that was closer to Tampico. The rest of the trail is devoid of bathrooms, bench's or other amenities. As mentioned above, you'll travel 5-6 miles at a clip down this path without seeing much of anything manmade. A few comments worth mentioning regarding this trail. First, google indicates that there's supposed to be a sunflower field near the intersection of the trail and Star Road. There isn't. These are all corn fields. Secondly, make sure to bring your own hydration and food. I bike daily and can handle long rides. But back here it gets rather warm. Water consumption for me was a little bit greater, and I even found a need to eat a protein bar to steady my energy level. Lastly, a twenty five mile ride back here will feel like well over 30. While the trail is in good shape for a trail of this kind, you do make a lot of dodges to avoid branches, twigs, holes hanging bushes and other deterrents. The earthen path also slows your speed. If you plan to ride 20 miles, I would set your sights on 15 or so instead. This trail will grind on you a bit. I didn't quite make it to downtown Tampico as I had original set out to do. My halfway point became Fargo Rd, at which point, I could see the little city of Tampico from a distance. This leg of the trail completed my third on the Hennepin Canal Trail. It's a very peaceful trail with a lot of upside. Cheers.

I had roughly 45 minutes before a conference call and it was a beautiful spring day, so I set out…read moreto walk towards the Rock Falls Sinnissippi Dam Walkway. It was a mere fifteen minute walk from the local Holiday Inn, but across the street from the walkway was the Hennepin Feeder Canal. The beginning/end of a 100+ mile canal leading all the way to the Mississippi or Illinois River (depending on which way you turn). Today the canal is a National Register of Historic Places and has 32 of the original 33 locks in place. I was blown away and took several pictures excited to celebrate the history of a project that was proposed in 1834, built between 1892 to 1907, and began operation in 1908. Due to transportation options that expanded rapidly after it's opening, the canal was only in operation until 1951. The official welcome center appears to be in Sheffield, IL, but the Rock Falls park site also notes the annual Hennepin Hundred, ultra marathon race: http://www.hennepinhundred.com "Parking for the Hennepin Canal Trail can be found at the Jim Arduini Boat Launch on East 2nd Street or at the state provided roadside pull-offs along Illinois Route 40 on the south end of Rock Falls."--from the Rock Falls visitors website.

I was nervous this being my first time in court, and the other review on here didn't help…read more Everyone there was amazing! They were all super welcoming and helped me get through the entire process of getting court supervision for my ticket. If you're nervous like I was, don't be, they'll take care of you!

Peaceful, contemplative spot to visit. Sinnissippi Site, Sinnissippi Park, Sterling, Illinois. U.S…read more National Register of Historic Places. The site contains several Hopewellian Indian Mounds built between 500 BC and 500 AD. There are several nice trails, playground, shelters with grills, and open spaces as well.

This Recruiting station has the Best Recruiters, whom I have had the pleasure of working with to…read morejoin the Army. Thank you for helping me take the next step into the Army to better my future!

Went twice to visit the wonderful art gallery upstairs. They are open late, some nights until 8pm.read more

With the small town charm and friendly staff this Library is a great addition to the community of…read moreOregon. We have had so much fun with all of the children's events and playgroups they offer. The children's library has recently been renovated. It offers lots of things for little ones to read and explore. Thanks Oregon Public Library team for offering such a fun environment to introduce reading to our little one!

What a charming and wonderful library! My daughter and I just checked this library out. Definitely…read morenot the largest library you will ever see, but stocked with some really great books. The librarian was exceptionally cheerful and helpful! We will definitely be back!

Quite the peaceful little library in the quad cities. All set up if your a kid who likes playing…read morevideo games (half of who occupies there) and if you just need a tranquil spot to write a manuscript or just read the funny pages. The hours are a bit odd, I suggest writing them down. Just off the tracks and a hop skip and a jump from Sullivan's market. i thought he staff were very nice; all four of the ladies. I would go back.