Pleasant Valley, IA

Travel Guide

If you love birding, and are in the Bettendorf/LaClaire, IA area, stop by the lock and dam to view some awesome bird action! The white pelicans have lasted the winter, which I think is pretty odd. Usually we don't see them until late March at the earliest.
If you love birding, and are in the Bettendorf/LaClaire, IA area, stop by the lock and dam to view some awesome bird action! The white pelicans have lasted the winter, which I think is pretty odd. Usually we don't see them until late March at the earliest.
This is the follow up of the previous photo. It was a miss:(
This dam is located on the Mississippi River between LaClaire and Bettendorf, Iowa. It is a fantastic place to photograph wildlife. It is a very popular place in the winter months (especially January) when people come from all over the world to photograph bald eagles.
Nature photographers will really like this area. During this outing I was able to photograph this American White Pelican. I also got photos of Bald Eagles and Merganser Ducks.

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Wyndham Moline on John Deere Commons

Wyndham Moline on John Deere Commons

3.5 out of 5
1415 River Dr Moline IL
The price is AED 364 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
AED 364
AED 412 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Moline. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,244 reviews)
Great location next to Vibrant.

Reviewed on 2 March 2026

Wyndham Moline on John Deere Commons
DoubleTree by Hilton Davenport

DoubleTree by Hilton Davenport

4 out of 5
111 E 2nd St Davenport IA
The price is AED 328 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
AED 328
AED 368 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Davenport. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Everything was great, except the conditioner was empty in the shower

Reviewed on 28 February 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Davenport
Stoney Creek Hotel Quad Cities - Moline

Stoney Creek Hotel Quad Cities - Moline

2.5 out of 5
101 18th St Moline IL
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Moline. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,109 reviews)
The staff was great! We had a nice breakfast buffet in the morning.

Reviewed on 2 March 2026

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Stoney Creek Hotel Quad Cities - Moline
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Mighty Mississippi River Retreat

Mighty Mississippi River Retreat

Scott County IA
Stay at this vacation home in Pleasant Valley. Enjoy free breakfast, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Great house for watching eagles on the river. Fantastic casual game room with lots to do. A lot of stairs, making it a challenge for elderly or small children. The house was well stocked. Very pet friendly.

Reviewed on 27 December 2025

Mighty Mississippi River Retreat
Cozy Log Cabin overlooking a pond with a fire pit, game area and rustic charm

Cozy Log Cabin overlooking a pond with a fire pit, game area and rustic charm

2 out of 5
Coal Valley IL
Stay at this cabin in Coal Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Creekside Vineyards and Niabi Zoo are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Responsive host and very cool property.

Reviewed on 16 February 2026

Cozy Log Cabin overlooking a pond with a fire pit, game area and rustic charm
Awesome 3 Bedroom River Front Retreat right on the water!

Awesome 3 Bedroom River Front Retreat right on the water!

Le Claire IA
Stay at this vacation home in Le Claire. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Scout Park and Dorrance Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
We visit our daughter at Palmer in Davenport. Its great to get a nice place for us to visit over a weekend. It was clean, the beds were very comfortable and we cooked up a great dinner! We did a puzzle together and saw many Eagles! Would recommend it highly.

Reviewed on 15 February 2026

Awesome 3 Bedroom River Front Retreat right on the water!
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Popular places to visit

Bald Eagle Refuge

You can take time to visit Bald Eagle Refuge during your travels to Pleasant Valley.

Bald Eagle Refuge

Tall Grass Prairie

After visiting Tall Grass Prairie, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pleasant Valley.

Tall Grass Prairie