Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:32 PM — under 2h
- Water level
- 3.06 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 Fox River
Updated 17 min agoSource: USGS station 04084255 — LAKE WINNEBAGO NEAR STOCKBRIDGE, WI · 1.5 mi from Fox River
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: Fox River Boat Launch
| Location | Port Barrington, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Fox River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 42.238778, -88.186625 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Lake County |
Fox River Boat Launch is a public boat launch providing access to Fox River in Port Barrington, Illinois at coordinates 42.23878, -88.18663.
Fox River Boat Launch is a public boat launch on Fox River in Port Barrington, Lake 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 Port Barrington • public launch in Lake County • fishing access on Fox River • Illinois boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fox River Boat Launch
Is Fox River Boat Launch free to use?
Yes, Fox River Boat Launch is a public boat launch with free access in Port Barrington, Illinois.
What water does Fox River Boat Launch access?
Fox River Boat Launch provides boat launch access to Fox River in Port Barrington, Illinois.
How do I get to Fox River Boat Launch?
Fox River Boat Launch is located at coordinates 42.238778, -88.186625 in Port Barrington, 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 Fox River Boat Launch includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.8 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.