Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:16 PM
- Water level
- 30.62 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 Ohio River - West
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 03384500 — OHIO RIVER AT DAM 51 AT GOLCONDA, IL · 3.1 mi from Ohio River - West
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: Cave In Rock Boat Launch
| Location | Cave-In-Rock, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Ohio River - West |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 37.466701, -88.165327 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Hardin County |
Cave In Rock Boat Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Ohio River - West in Cave-In-Rock, Illinois at coordinates 37.46670, -88.16533.
Cave In Rock Boat Launch is a public boat launch on Ohio River - West in Cave-In-Rock, Hardin 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.
Related: boat ramp near Cave-In-Rock • public launch in Hardin County • fishing access on Ohio River - West • Illinois boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cave In Rock Boat Launch
Is Cave In Rock Boat Launch free to use?
Yes, Cave In Rock Boat Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Cave-In-Rock, Illinois.
What water does Cave In Rock Boat Launch access?
Cave In Rock Boat Launch provides boat launch access to Ohio River - West in Cave-In-Rock, Illinois.
How do I get to Cave In Rock Boat Launch?
Cave In Rock Boat Launch is located at coordinates 37.466701, -88.165327 in Cave-In-Rock, 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 Cave In Rock Boat Launch includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.6 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.