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
ToiletsCOORDINATES
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
Tue
5AM - 9AM
19 May 2026
S 3–12 knots. Gusts up to 21 knots.
19 to 21°C
UV Index: 0 - Low
Chance of showers
Tue
9AM - 1PM
19 May 2026
- SW 11–14 knots veering NW 11-14 knots. Gusts up to 24 knots.
- 18 to 22°C
- UV Index: 7 - High
- Chance of showers
Tue
1PM - 5PM
19 May 2026
- NW 12 knots decreasing to 10 knots. Gusts up to 20 knots.
- 16 to 21°C
- UV Index: 1 - Low
- Cloudy