Launch Conditions
Not advisedLaunch not advised right now — Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect.
- Advisory
- Severe Thunderstorm Watch
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:37 PM
- Water level
- 9.48 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Rock River
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 05414400 — Middle Fk Little Maquoketa R nr Rickardsville, IA · 2.6 mi from Rock River
Launch Light & Moon — June 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (73% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Rock River Boat Ramp
| Location | Machesney Park, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Rock River |
| Access Type | Public |
| Coordinates | 42.387516, -89.046220 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Winnebago County |
Rock River Boat Ramp is a boat launch providing access to Rock River in Machesney Park, Illinois at coordinates 42.38752, -89.04622.
Rock River Boat Ramp is a boat launch on Rock River in Machesney Park, Winnebago County, Illinois. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, 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.
Related: boat ramp near Machesney Park • public launch in Winnebago County • fishing access on Rock River • Illinois boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rock River Boat Ramp
What water does Rock River Boat Ramp access?
Rock River Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Rock River in Machesney Park, Illinois.
How do I get to Rock River Boat Ramp?
Rock River Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 42.387516, -89.046220 in Machesney Park, 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
The area surrounding Rock River Boat Ramp includes 6 other public boat ramps within 4.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.