Beck Lake Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:30 PM
- Water level
- 9.18 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 Beck Lake
Updated 29 min agoSource: USGS station 05529000 — DES PLAINES RIVER NEAR DES PLAINES, IL · 0.7 mi from Beck Lake
Launch Light & Moon — June 21
local timeFirst Quarter (41% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Beck Lake
| Location | Northfield Township, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Beck Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (92 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 42.072837, -87.871773 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Cook County |
Beck Lake is a public boat launch providing access to Beck Lake in Northfield Township, Illinois at coordinates 42.07284, -87.87177. Rated 4.6/5 based on 92 Google reviews.
Beck Lake is a public boat launch on Beck Lake 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 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beck Lake
Is Beck Lake free to use?
Yes, Beck Lake is a public boat launch with free access in Northfield Township, Illinois.
How is Beck Lake rated?
Beck Lake has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 92 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Beck Lake access?
Beck Lake provides boat launch access to Beck Lake in Northfield Township, Illinois.
How do I get to Beck Lake?
Beck Lake is located at coordinates 42.072837, -87.871773 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
The area surrounding Beck Lake includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.5 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.