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 April 2026
7–13 knots.
11 to 14°C
Cloudy
Sat
9AM - 1PM
04 April 2026
- SW 10 knots increasing to W 14 knots. Gusts up to 24 knots.
- 10 to 16°C
UV Index: 3 - Moderate- Chance of showers
Sat
1PM - 5PM
04 April 2026
- W 12–17 knots. Gusts up to 25 knots.
- 10 to 12°C
- UV Index: 4 - Moderate
- Cloudy