About Hennepin Boat Launch
Hennepin Boat Launch is owned and maintained by the Village of Hennepin. This is the only boat launch in Hennepin for the Illinois River. There are 2 paved ramps and 16 docking spots. There is ample parking for boats and trailers, and restroom facilities are available.

Installations
COORDINATES
41.25441 N, -89.34779 E
Port Information
Téléphone
Berth Sizes
< 10m
Profondeur à la marée basse moyenne
2 - 3m
Manœuvrabilité
Fair
Channel Marking
Fair
Overseas Visitor Berths
Yes
Type de quai
Floating
Style Stern To
Yes
Tidal Flow
Negligible
Active Winter
Yes
Weather Forecast
Wed
5AM - 9AM
11 February 2026
- NW 6–9 knots. Gusts up to 17 knots.
- −4 to 0°C
- UV Index: 0 - Low
- Sunny
Wed
9AM - 1PM
11 February 2026
- NW 7–9 knots.
- Increasing from −1 to 6°C
- UV Index: 2 - Low
- Sunny
Wed
1PM - 5PM
11 February 2026
- NW 9 knots decreasing to 7 knots.
- 4 to 7°C
- UV Index: 0 - Low
- Sunny