Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:27 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 — July 14
local timeNew Moon (0% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club
| Location | Winthrop Harbor, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Michigan |
| Access Type | Private |
| Rating | 4.7/5 (179 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 42.487920, -87.801520 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Lake County |
| Phone | (847) 746-2222 |
Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club is a boat launch providing access to Lake Michigan in Winthrop Harbor, Illinois at coordinates 42.48792, -87.80152. Rated 4.7/5 based on 179 Google reviews.
Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club is a private boat launch on Lake Michigan in Winthrop Harbor, Lake 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 Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club
Is Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club free to use?
Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club is a private facility. Contact the operator for access information.
How is Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club rated?
Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 179 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club access?
Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club provides boat launch access to Lake Michigan in Winthrop Harbor, Illinois.
How do I get to Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club?
Winthrop Harbor Yacht Club is located at coordinates 42.487920, -87.801520 in Winthrop Harbor, 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 7.4 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.