Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:30 PM — under 2h
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — June 21
local timeFirst Quarter (44% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Allison Woods Canoe Landing
| Location | Northfield Township, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Des Plaines River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 42.100946, -87.885885 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Cook County |
Allison Woods Canoe Landing is a public boat launch providing access to Des Plaines River in Northfield Township, Illinois at coordinates 42.10095, -87.88589.
Allison Woods Canoe Landing is a public boat launch on Des Plaines River in Northfield Township, Cook County, Illinois. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Allison Woods Canoe Landing
Is Allison Woods Canoe Landing free to use?
Yes, Allison Woods Canoe Landing is a public boat launch with free access in Northfield Township, Illinois.
What water does Allison Woods Canoe Landing access?
Allison Woods Canoe Landing provides boat launch access to Des Plaines River in Northfield Township, Illinois.
How do I get to Allison Woods Canoe Landing?
Allison Woods Canoe Landing is located at coordinates 42.100946, -87.885885 in Northfield Township, Illinois. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 3.5 mi of Allison Woods Canoe Landing, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.