Are you ready for tons of adventure and discovery throughout the Rockford region? The Rockford Adventure Trail is your ticket to local fun, featuring over 30 unique sites and attractions that showcase the best of what our community has to offer. Whether you're a local looking for new experiences or a visitor wanting to explore the culture, this unique trail promises a journey filled with excitement, learning and fun for all ages.
HOW IT WORKS
The Rockford Adventure Trail is part of the third digital passport program offered in the region. It’s so easy to use.
STEP 1: Participants simply check into various locations via a digital passport
STEP 2: Earn points at participating sites and attractions
STEP 3: Redeem exciting prizes such as stickers, water bottles and belt bags. Each Check-in is valued at 100 points, with some locations offering exclusive discounts for passholders.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TRAIL
The trail includes over 30 sites and attractions with more being added:
Historical Landmarks: Discover the rich history of the Rockford region by visiting museums, historic houses and landmarks that tell the story of our region's past.
Beyer Stadium
Erlander Home Museum
Heritage Museum Park
Historic Auto Attractions
Midway Village Museum
Tinker Swiss Cottage and Museum and Gardens
Veterans Memorial Hall and Museum
Nature Spots: Enjoy the beauty of Rockford's natural landscapes with visits to parks, gardens, and nature preserves. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike.
Anderson Japanese Gardens
Atwood Center
Atwood Homestead Forest Preserve
Carl and Myrna Nygren Wetland Preserve
Hononegah Forest Preserve
Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Lockwood Park & Trailside Equestrian Centre
Nature at the Confluence
Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens
Rock Cut State Park
Severson Dells Nature Center
Seward Bluffs Forest Preserve
Sinnissippi Park
Family Fun: From interactive science museums to fun-filled activity centers, there's something for kids and adults to enjoy together.
Alpine Hills Adventure Park
Burpee Museum of Natural History
Carlson Ice Arena
Discovery Center Museum
Rivets Stadium
Victory Pickleball
West Rock Wake Park
Day + Night Life: Find off-the-beaten path and night life experiences to relax, unwind or thrill the 21+ adventurers.
Barnstormer Distillery
DC Estate Winery
Hard Rock Casino Rockford
Hidden Creek Estates
EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS
New sign-ups for the Adventure Trail will be entered into fun locally themed contests and giveaways.
Each check-in will earn visitors 100 points and can be redeemed for prizes that include a Rockford Adventure Trail Sticker with just one check-in at 100 points, Rockford Water Bottle with ten check-ins at 1000 points and a Rockford Fanny Pack with fifteen check-ins at 1,500 points. These points can also be accumulated and go towards larger prizes as more sites are visited.
SIGN UP AND START YOUR ADVENTURE
Join the Rockford Adventure Trail simply visit GoRockford.com for more information and to sign up. The program is designed to get both residents and visitors out exploring and supporting local businesses and attractions throughout the community. Some locations may have an admission fee so make sure to check their website for hours and ticket prices. Be sure to tag @GoRockford and include #rockfordadventuretrail and #gorockford in your social photos and you could be featured on our pages! Make the most of your summer while discovering all the amazing things to do and places we have to offer.
Photo Credit: Rachel Kawate @ Anderson Japanese Gardens, Discovery Center Museum, Hidden Creek Estates
