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
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$95 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,245 reviews)
Great location next to Vibrant.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 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
$89 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$100 total
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7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Great hotel !!!

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Davenport
Isle Casino Hotel - Bettendorf

Isle Casino Hotel - Bettendorf

3 out of 5
1777 Isle Pkwy Bettendorf IA
$122 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bettendorf. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Check in was a breeze for a Saturday afternoon. Staff was friendly and informative. Hotel still offers smoking rooms which is rare these days. Everything you need is either on site or nearby. Nice quiet town with a welcoming community.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Isle Casino Hotel - Bettendorf
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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 Dec 27, 2025

Mighty Mississippi River Retreat
Riverfront Luxury home & wakeup with Sunrise

Riverfront Luxury home & wakeup with Sunrise

Bettendorf IA
Stay at this vacation home in Pleasant Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Safe Harbour and Pigeon Creek Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
We had a wonderful visit to Pleasant Valley. The property was just as listed, right on the Mississippi River…amazing views, quiet neighborhood, convenient location. The owner was very accommodating and quick to respond with any issues or questions. We will definitely stay again when in the area.

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

Riverfront Luxury home & wakeup with Sunrise
Best in QC! AweSpired Riverfront Retreat – Hot Tub, Fireplaces & Stunning Views!

Best in QC! AweSpired Riverfront Retreat – Hot Tub, Fireplaces & Stunning Views!

2 out of 5
Bettendorf IA
Stay at this vacation home in Pleasant Valley. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Safe Harbour and Bald Eagle ...
Best in QC! AweSpired Riverfront Retreat – Hot Tub, Fireplaces & Stunning Views!
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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

Cities near Pleasant Valley

Bettendorf which includes a ferry, a river or creek and a bridge

Bettendorf

Very nice pumpkin patch. You can feed animals and lots of photo opportunities

East Moline