Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:12 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — August 2
local timeWaning Gibbous (85% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve
| Location | Newport township, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Des Plaines River |
| Access Type | Public |
| Rating | 4.8/5 (39 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 42.428462, -87.935693 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Lake County |
| Phone | (847) 367-6640 |
Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve is a boat launch providing access to Des Plaines River in Newport township, Illinois at coordinates 42.42846, -87.93569. Rated 4.8/5 based on 39 Google reviews.
Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve is a boat launch on Des Plaines River in Newport township, Lake 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve
How is Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve rated?
Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve has a 4.8 out of 5 rating based on 39 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve access?
Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve provides boat launch access to Des Plaines River in Newport township, Illinois.
How do I get to Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve?
Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve is located at coordinates 42.428462, -87.935693 in Newport 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
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 5.7 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.