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
Sun
5AM - 9AM
15 March 2026
SE 9 knots increasing to S 12 knots. Gusts up to 25 knots.
5 to 12°C
UV Index: 0 - Low
Chance of showers
Sun
9AM - 1PM
15 March 2026
- S 12–18 knots. Gusts up to 29 knots.
- 10 to 15°C
- UV Index: 0 - Low
- Chance of showers
Sun
1PM - 5PM
15 March 2026
- SW 9–18 knots. Gusts up to 30 knots.
- 14°C
- UV Index: 0 - Low
- Chance of showers