Resources and Links
Turtle Creek Water Levels at Carvers Rock – provided by USGS
Turtle Creek Water Levels at Carvers Rock – Provided by National Weather Service
Information from WI DNR on tree blockage removal
Rock River Water Trail Map in Beloit/Rockford Area
Miles Paddled Website – with detailed maps and trip reports on many sections of Turtle Creek
Turtle Creek I: Sweet-Allyn Park to Dickop Street
Turtle Creek II: Sweet-Allyn Park to Dickop Street
Turtle Creek III: O’Riley Road to Sweet-Allyn Park
Turtle Creek IV: Springs Park to School Section Road
Turtle Creek V: School Section Road to O’Riley Road
Miles Paddled Video: Turtle Creek I: Sweet-Allyn Park to Dickop Street
Miles Paddled Video: Turtle Creek II: Sweet-Allyn Park to Dickop Street
Overview: Riverfacts
Video: Wisconsin Paddles
Friends Groups Toolkit for Protecting Your Rivers by Prairie Rivers Network
Nature At The Confluence – Environmental Center where Turtle Creek meets the Rock River.
Rock Trail Coalition – Development, maintenance and enjoyment of hiking, biking and recreational trails in Rock County
Be Active Outdoors – A Wisconsin non-profit that encourages outdoor activities
Rock River Trail – 320 Mile National Water Trail in Wisconsin and Illinois
Rock River Coalition – Protection and conservation of Rock River Basin
Turtle Creek Greenway Trails in City of Beloit – Over 142-acre area with miles of hiking and cross country skiing trails
River Alliance of Wisconsin – protection, enhancement and restoration of Wisconsin’s rivers and watersheds
River Network – Since 1988, River Network has been at the forefront of expanding national interest in protecting the waters of our country and helping engaged citizens take a stand for their waters.
American Canoe Association – Paddling Safety, Training & Education
Kark’s Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to 309 Wisconsin Streams(including Turtle Creek)
Rocktown Adventures – Rockford, IL (Canoe/Kayak Trips & Rentals)
Rock County Parks – Shelter Rental at Turtle Creek Park in Tiffany. Location of the famous 5 arch bridge.
Shopiere Bar and Grill – A nice little spot to stop on Turtle Creek in Shopiere. The take out is not great here, but do-able. Or you can take out at Sweet Allyn Park on creek right and walk across the bridge to the restaurant (and keep an eye on your equipment while dining). Dine inside or outside along the creek.
Visit Beloit – Planning a visit to paddle Turtle Creek? Check out Visit Beloit’s website for all the fun things to do and see when you’re not on the water!
This Is Beloit – a showcase of the greater Beloit community
Bike Rides in the Beloit Area by the Stateline Spinners – Scenic rides near and along Turtle Creek.
Turtle Creek Paddle Trip Report 2011 from Miles Paddled website
Safe Paddling Course – A free, online, self-paced Paddler Safety Course
History
History of Town of Turtle by Rock County Geneaological Society
The Beloit Archaeological Survey: Report of the 2004 Field Season
By Sara L. Pfannkuche Project Supervisor and Dr. William Green, Principal Investigator
The Search for Ke-Chunk – 2012 Investigations in South Beloit, Winnebago County, Illinois By William Green, Logan Museum of Anthropology, Beloit College, Beloit, WI