Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:29 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — June 22
local timeFirst Quarter (49% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Goose Island Boatyard
| Location | Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal |
| Access Type | Public |
| Coordinates | 41.899482, -87.649961 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Cook County |
Goose Island Boatyard is a boat launch providing access to Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Chicago, Illinois at coordinates 41.89948, -87.64996.
Goose Island Boatyard is a boat launch on Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. This page shows 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 Chicago • public launch in Cook County • fishing access on Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal • Illinois boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Goose Island Boatyard
What water does Goose Island Boatyard access?
Goose Island Boatyard provides boat launch access to Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Chicago, Illinois.
How do I get to Goose Island Boatyard?
Goose Island Boatyard is located at coordinates 41.899482, -87.649961 in Chicago, 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 1.8 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.