Welcome to the Mississippi River Water Trail, a 300 mile water trail on the Upper Mississippi River from Saverton, MO to Cairo, IL
Navigation Charts
Available for purchase online through the Jefferson National Parks Association...click here
Upcoming Events
MRWTA Meetings
January 24, March 28, May 23, July 25, Sept 26 and November 28 at 10:00 a.m. February 28, April 25, June 27, August 22 and October 24 at 5:30 p.m. All meetings will be held at the National Great Rivers Museum, #2 Locks and Dam Way, Alton, IL 62002. The Mississippi River Water Trail Association is seeking new members. Please call 618.462.6979 for more information.
Mississippi River Water Trail Association Meetings are held at the National Great Rivers Museum, Alton, IL.
Family Campout
May 17-18, 2013 ~ 4 p.m.
4 p.m. Saturday through 12 p.m. Sunday. Family of up to four $50, additional people $10 each, must pre-register. Activities include kayaking and much more....
Poker Paddle on the Illinois River
April 27, 2013~ 1-5 p.m.
Join us for an awesome fund raising paddling experience. $20 per person, boat rental available. Event begins at Pere Marquette Boat Ramp and end at Grafton Boat Ramp. Register through the Alpine Shop at http://www.alpineshop.com/
For more information, please call the National Great Rivers Museum at 618.462.6979.
Riverlands Paddle Festival
May 18, 2013 ~ 11-4 p.m.
Canoes and kayaks along with stand up paddle boards will be available for attendees to try out. Sign up for a basic instruction on paddling and the Mississippi River Water Trail. $5 per person. Read more.....
Kids Events
River Island Camp: For kids 8-10 year old
TBA 2013 ~ Fees Apply
River Island Camp: For kids 11-14 years old
TBA 2013
Spend the day exploring the great outdoors! Stomp through the prairie with a GPS to locate hidden caches. Paddle your way through Riverlands in a kayak or canoe. Look for signs of the animals who call Riverlands home. Enjoy a cookout and spend time with other kids. Be prepared to get wet. Bring sunscreen, bug spray, and a water bottle! Sign up through Lewis and Clark Community College for Kids 618.468.7000
Up a Creek Camp: For kids 10 and up, TBA, 2013
Spend the day paddling on Piasa Creek. Students will be taught basic paddling, explore the scenic Piasa Creek, and have lunch together. Sign up through Lewis and Clark Community College for Kids 618.468.7000
The Mississippi River Water Trail passes through the heart of North America and is deeply rooted in natural scenic beauty, Native American heritage and cultural history. Known as the Father of Waters, the Mississippi River gives visitors the chance to enjoy paddling through one of the most scenic stretches of the river in North America that is not only lined with majestic bluffs and full of wildlife viewing opportunities, but also provides plenty of places to stop and relax whether it be a remote island or exciting river city. There are hard copy maps available for each pool on the maps page. We strongly encourage users to take along a Mississippi River Navigation Chart. Be Smart, always wear a lifejacket when on the water. Learn, camp, paddle, explore, bird watch, and fish the Mississippi River Water Trail on your next adventure!!
The Mississippi River Water Trail Association was formed in 2006 and promotes the Mississippi River Water Trail (MRWT) and activities throughout the Mississippi River system. The Association coordinates volunteers to accomplish site improvements and maintenance of the MRWT and assists with related projects and events. The Association works with communities, organizations, and other agencies to further develop and support safe public use of the MRWT. All membership fees support the MRWTA and provide funding for special events.
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