Benet Lake Boat Launch boat launch
Benet Lake Boat Launch
The boat ramp is located on Benet Lake, which is a 200-acre man-made lake located in Lake County, Illinois. The lake is popular for fishing and recreational boating, and is stocked with a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish.
The Benet Lake Boat Launch is designed for small to medium-sized boats, and can accommodate boats up to 20 feet in length. The lake has a horsepower limit of 25, which means that only boats with motors up to 25 horsepower are allowed on the water.
According to the latest information available, the Benet Lake Boat Launch is a well-maintained facility that provides easy access to the lake for boaters and fishermen. The ramp is equipped with a courtesy dock, and there is ample parking available for cars and trailers. Boaters should be aware that there may be a fee to use the ramp, and that the ramp may be closed during certain times of the year, such as during the winter months.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Benet Lake Boat Launch -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Des Plaines River At Russell | 25 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek At Old Mill Creek | 12 cfs | → |
| Nippersink Creek Near Spring Grove | 117 cfs | → |
| Fox River Near New Munster | 500 cfs | → |
| Des Plaines River Near Gurnee | 84 cfs | → |
| Pike River Near Racine | 8 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Nearby fishing
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Benet Lake Boat Launch as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Benet Lake Boat Launch
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Benet Lake Boat Launch.