Longview Park is a public park at 18th Avenue and 17th Street in Rock Island, Illinois, with gardens, a conservatory, recreation facilities and paved paths along the Mississippi River bluff. Its paths offer views toward Iowa, and the park combines space for walking with options including disc golf, picnics and a playground.
- Location: 18th Avenue and 17th Street, Rock Island, IL 61201
- Path network: 1.30 miles of paved multi-use paths
- Park hours: Open daily
- Walking-path fee: None; pets are permitted
Where Longview Park is
Longview Park occupies a hilltop and bluff-side setting in Rock Island, with its main address at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 17th Street. Other access points for the walking paths are at 17th Street and 13th Avenue, and at 15th Street and 13th Avenue.
The park is open from sunrise to 10:00 p.m. Its conservatory was built in 1937 by Works Progress Administration workers, adding a historic feature to the grounds.
Park features and scenery
Longview Park pairs planted areas and open green space with recreation facilities. The City describes the park as having a conservatory, greenhouse, flower gardens, playground equipment, picnic shelters, a walk-and-jog path, sledding and an 18-hole disc golf course.
QC Trails describes 1.30 miles of paved multi-use paths on and above the Mississippi River bluff, with views toward Iowa. At the 18th Avenue entrance and parking lot, you can access two tennis courts, two volleyball courts and the start of the disc golf course.
The course crosses hilly terrain after beginning at the top of the hill; a layout is available at the Longview Park Greenhouse or the Park Office.
Two picnic shelters—a small one and a large one—are available for picnics or parties. The City makes them available to rent after April 1 each year. Longview Park is also home to Whitewater Junction, a railroad-themed water park with water slides and water-spray features.
Access, hours and facilities
The walking paths have no fee, and pets are permitted. For shelter rental details or questions about park facilities, contact the City at (309) 732-7275. Park hours and shelter arrangements can change, so check the official site before you go.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 7 AM–10 PM
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
For a path outing, you can enter from the 18th Avenue parking lot or use either of the other listed trail access points. If you plan to play disc golf, pick up a course layout at the Greenhouse or Park Office; the course’s hilly route begins at the top of the hill.
How do you get to Longview Park from the motel?
Longview Park is about a 5-minute drive from a Rock Island motel. If you are planning to walk instead, the route takes about 41 minutes on foot from the motel.
FAQs
Does Longview Park charge for its walking paths?
No. The paved walking paths have no fee, and pets are permitted.
Where can you enter the walking paths?
Access points include the parking lot along 18th Avenue, the intersection of 17th Street and 13th Avenue, and the corner of 15th Street and 13th Avenue.
What can you do at Longview Park?
Park features include gardens, a conservatory, a greenhouse, a playground, picnic shelters, sledding, tennis and volleyball courts, and an 18-hole disc golf course. You can pair a visit with time in Rock Island City Centre.