The Boat House Chicago Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:33 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 — June 22
local timeFirst Quarter (48% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: The Boat House Chicago
| Location | Johnsburg, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Pistakee Lake |
| Access Type | Private |
| Rating | 4.7/5 (273 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 42.384811, -88.207382 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | McHenry County |
| Phone | (815) 788-1111 |
The Boat House Chicago is a boat launch providing access to Pistakee Lake in Johnsburg, Illinois at coordinates 42.38481, -88.20738. Rated 4.7/5 based on 273 Google reviews.
The Boat House Chicago is a private boat launch on Pistakee Lake in Johnsburg, McHenry County, Illinois. This is a private or restricted facility — confirm access requirements, fees, or membership before towing out. 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 The Boat House Chicago
Is The Boat House Chicago free to use?
The Boat House Chicago is a private facility. Contact the operator for access information.
How is The Boat House Chicago rated?
The Boat House Chicago has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 273 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does The Boat House Chicago access?
The Boat House Chicago provides boat launch access to Pistakee Lake in Johnsburg, Illinois.
How do I get to The Boat House Chicago?
The Boat House Chicago is located at coordinates 42.384811, -88.207382 in Johnsburg, 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
6 additional boat launches are located within 3.9 mi of The Boat House Chicago, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.