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
21 July 2026
W 6 knots increasing to 9 knots. Gusts up to 18 knots.
Increasing from 21 to 26°C
UV Index: 0 - Low
Sunny
Tue
9AM - 1PM
21 July 2026
- NW 11 knots increasing to 13 knots. Gusts up to 19 knots.
- 26 to 33°C
- UV Index: 8 - Very High
- Sunny
Tue
1PM - 5PM
21 July 2026
- NW 11–14 knots. Gusts up to 19 knots.
- 27 to 33°C
- UV Index: 8 - Very High
- Mostly fine