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
Fri
5AM - 9AM
06 February 2026
- NW 12 knots. Gusts up to 26 knots.
- 0°C
- Chance of showers
Fri
9AM - 1PM
06 February 2026
- NW 12–17 knots. Gusts up to 26 knots.
- 0 to 4°C
- UV Index: 1 - Low
- Cloudy
Fri
1PM - 5PM
06 February 2026
- NW 15 knots decreasing to 13 knots. Gusts up to 26 knots.
- 2 to 5°C
- UV Index: 0 - Low
- Partly cloudy