Big Bend Lake Boat Ramp
Live Water Conditions on Big Bend Lake
Updated 41 min agoSource: USGS station 05530100 — DES PLAINES R AT ALGONQUIN RD AT DES PLAINES, IL · 1.1 mi from Big Bend Lake
Launch Light & Moon — June 20
local timeFirst Quarter (31% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Big Bend Lake
| Location | Des Plaines, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Big Bend Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.5/5 (98 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 42.051841, -87.870539 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Cook County |
Big Bend Lake is a public boat launch providing access to Big Bend Lake in Des Plaines, Illinois at coordinates 42.05184, -87.87054. Rated 4.5/5 based on 98 Google reviews.
Big Bend Lake is a public boat launch on Big Bend Lake in Des Plaines, 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 Big Bend Lake
Is Big Bend Lake free to use?
Yes, Big Bend Lake is a public boat launch with free access in Des Plaines, Illinois.
How is Big Bend Lake rated?
Big Bend Lake has a 4.5 out of 5 rating based on 98 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Big Bend Lake access?
Big Bend Lake provides boat launch access to Big Bend Lake in Des Plaines, Illinois.
How do I get to Big Bend Lake?
Big Bend Lake is located at coordinates 42.051841, -87.870539 in Des Plaines, 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
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 3.0 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.