Trail: Smith’s Island Nature Trail
National Park: U.S. Army Corp of Engineers
Features: Archeo/paleo/historical
River(s)
Scenic viewpoint(s)
Wetland(s)
Activities: Dogs - On leash
Fishing
Pedestrian - Walking/Hiking/Running
Snow - Showshoeing
Wildlife observation - Birds
Snow - Snow play, general
Elevation: 582 ft
Desc: The trail should be recognized for its unique wildlife and its value to the community as an educational and recreational entity. Although the Smith Island Trail is only one mile in length, it encompasses approximately 25 acres and is located along lock 14 in the Davenport/Le Claire area. Because the trail provides winter refuge for a wide variety of wildlife including Geese, Heron, Osprey, Seagull and the American Bald Eagle, it attracts nature lovers and bird watchers from distant locations.

The trail and shore are maintained through the combined efforts of the Army Corps of Engineers, Department of Natural Resources, volunteer and private donations.
The Army Corps of Engineers also conducts various community related events such as; fishing clinics, annual family clean-ups and ‘ECO-MEET’, an educational program developed for younger-aged school children. The park currently functions as a Nature Preserve and Education Area.