There is an abundance of public boat launches ranging from full service facilities to more rustic launches where a dirt road meets the river.
The Alton Marina
Alton Illinois
The Alton Marina is Located in a protected cove just north of the Clark Bridge. This modern marina contains 180 slips, a boat store, a deli, public restrooms, showers, fueling facilities and full mechanical facilities. You will find exceptional hospitality with the added convenience of being within walking distance of Argosy Casino, various services, restaurants, shopping and many attractions of historic downtown Alton, Illinois.
Grafton Harbor
Grafton, Illinois
Whether traveling by land or water Grafton Harbor five anchor marina boasts on being “The Harbor of Hospitality.” Grafton Harbor invites you to experience marina life at its finest. Grafton Harbor invites you to experience marina life at its finest. Whether you have a small pleasure craft or mega yacht Grafton Harbor can accommodate your needs. Don’t have a boat? Grafton Harbor features boat rentals. Stop in to the Grafton Harbor Floating Winery to taste some wonderful wines and purchase a bottle or two.
Grafton
Jersey County, Illinois
Located at Market Street and the Illinois River, Grafton boasts a large public boat launch with two ramps and plenty of parking for cars and trailers. This area includes two docks that are positioned low toward the river for kayaks and canoes.
Pere Marquette State Park
Jersey County, Illinois
Located north of Grafton on the Great River Road (IL-100) the park has launching ramps with ample parking that provide access to the Illinois River.
Boat Launches Maintained by the IDNR
The IDNR maintains a number of wildlife management areas that include primitive boat ramps.
Hardin
Located 1/2 mile south of the Joe Page Bridge, this public boat launch has two ramps and a dock.
Kampsville
A public boat launching area is maintained just south of the Kampsville Free Ferry.
