New Boston places you right on a broad bend of the Mississippi River, where river life sets the pace and sunsets steal the show. Locals fish and paddle near Lock and Dam 17, a feat of river engineering cared for by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and watch seasonal migrations paint the sky over the backwaters of Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge just across the channel. Day-to-day conveniences are a quick hop to Muscatine or an easy drive along IL-17 to Aledo, while the riverfront in nearby Keithsburg offers additional boat access and birding.
Families appreciate that students are served by Mercer County School District 404, with small class sizes, active extracurriculars, and community-supported athletics. Outdoor time is effortless, from shoreline strolls to the towering oaks and equestrian trails at Big River State Forest, a regional favorite for hiking, camping, and fall color. Housing ranges from classic farmhouses and tidy ranch homes to river-view cottages, and services from county government to health resources are close at hand throughout Mercer County. Whether you’re upsizing for more space or downsizing to a simpler river-town lifestyle, New Boston makes an inviting base for work and play.
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