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
Sat
5AM - 9AM
04 July 2026
W 3–7 knots.
27°C
Partly cloudy
Sat
9AM - 1PM
04 July 2026
- W 2–10 knots veering N 2-10 knots.
- 27 to 31°C
UV Index: 7 - High- Chance of showers
Sat
1PM - 5PM
04 July 2026
- N 3–7 knots.
- 24 to 31°C
- UV Index: 7 - High
- Rain