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
17 May 2026
E 5 knots increasing to S 8 knots. Gusts up to 16 knots.
Increasing from 15 to 20°C
UV Index: 0 - Low
Cloudy
Sun
9AM - 1PM
17 May 2026
- S 9–14 knots. Gusts up to 18 knots.
- Increasing from 20 to 25°C
- UV Index: 3 - Moderate
- Cloudy
Sun
1PM - 5PM
17 May 2026
- S 12–15 knots. Gusts up to 20 knots.
- 25 to 29°C
- UV Index: 3 - Moderate
- Cloudy