What else is there to do around Riverview Ranch n Resort?

Aiken Trail Head

1.6 miles north is the Aiken Trailhead entrance to the Galena River Trail. Turn right out of our driveway and follow River Road. Cross the railroad tracks twice and cross a bridge then look for the entrance to the trail on the left. This trail includes some prehistoric sites. There is a Thunderbird Effigy Mound that is 1,000 years old. This trail goes all the way to Galena along the Mississippi river and along the Galena river, and goes past Galena to Bueler Preserve.
Galena River Trail Map
Another Galena River Trail Map.
Galena River Trail Info

Hanover Bluff State Natural Area

Two miles away is Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve.

A 34 minute drive away is the The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium. This is really cool. While you are in Dubuque you should eat at Hu Hot Mongolian Grill.

There is a motor boat launch at Blanding Landing a 15 minute drive away. Bring your motor boat or jet skis.

There is a very nice park called Mississippi Palisades State Park 21 miles away (31 minute drive).

Schurmeier Teaching Forest - Horses Welcome

Tapley Woods Hunting.

List of Public Hunting Lands

More Hunting location info

Here is a DNR map showing nature preserves, wildlife areas etc: Map of DNR sites

We are in the heart of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge.

The Raptor Resource Project has some cool webcams always live so you can see the Eagles and other birds live in their nests or landing sites in the Wildlife and Fish Refuge.

See and hear the many different species of birds. There are Deer, turkey, Bald Eagles, racoon, opossum and other critters commonly cross the roads so please slow down and watch for them. In the fall the Geese form majestic chevrons above your head on their journey south, stopping in the river for a while before continuing their journey south. In the spring you'll hear their honking again as they make their way upriver and spend more time here. There is an eagles nest that can be seen in fall and winter through the bare branches of trees. In summer you can see the nest from a kayak or by trudging through thick underbrush. It is easier to see in fall/winter when the trees are bare. Map showing approx. location of Eagle's nest.

A new bird sanctuary: Valley of Eden Bird Sanctuary

Private Airport six miles away: 3IS4 - Merkle Airport 2,900 ft runway. Fly in and I'll pick you up.

Take painting classes with a local artist, Sandra Principe. If we get 10 or more people interested in taking a class we might be able to get Sandra to come to Riverview Ranch. Let me know if you and 9 friends are interested. Otherwise classes are held at the Eagle Ridge Resort, a 21 minute drive northeast.

If you like art check out West Street Sculpture Park while you are in town.

Looking for an adventure in Alaska?

We've got you covered! My brother's family (he married into the Kilcher family) has the best getaway properties for rent in all of Alaska. Glacier View Getaway on Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska the Last Frontier. My brother and his wife also have other rental properties in Alaska and some in Hawaii. I'll list them when I have a chance. Tell Tom that his brother, Wrangler Roger, sent you and maybe he will show you his favorite fishing spots. Or maybe he will give you a noogie.