If you are looking for a historical and scenic trail running destination, you should check out Fort Armstrong on the Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois. This fort was built in 1816 as part of a chain of western frontier defenses after the War of 1812. It was also the military headquarters during the Black Hawk War of 1832, a conflict between the United States and the Native American tribes of the Sauk and Fox. You can run along the Mississippi River and enjoy the views of the Arsenal Island, which was once considered sacred by the Sauk leader Black Hawk. Fort Armstrong at the Rock Island Arsenal is a great place to experience the history and nature of the region while getting some exercise.

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Location: Rock Island Arsenal, Rock Island County, Illinois, United States

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