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.

Facilities
COORDINATES
41.25441 N, -89.34779 E
Port Information
Telephone
Berth Sizes
< 10m
Depth at MLW
2 - 3m
Manoeuvrability
Fair
Channel Marking
Fair
Overseas Visitor Berths
Yes
Dock Type
Floating
Style Stern To
Yes
Tidal Flow
Negligible
Active Winter
Yes
Weather Forecast
Thu
5AM - 9AM
09 April 2026
- W 6 knots.
- 10 to 15°C
- UV Index: 0 - Low
- Rain
Thu
9AM - 1PM
09 April 2026
- W 4–6 knots.
- Increasing from 12 to 18°C
- UV Index: 5 - Moderate
- Mostly fine
Thu
1PM - 5PM
09 April 2026
- W 4–7 knots backing SW 4-7 knots.
- 19 to 21°C
- UV Index: 5 - Moderate
- Partly cloudy