Grafton
- Type
- Harbour
Full-service river marina at the confluence of the Illinois and Mississippi rivers, in downtown Grafton, Illinois.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Sits at Mile 0 of the Illinois River and Mile 218 of the Upper Mississippi, a common stop on the Great Loop. Watch for commercial barge traffic and current at the river junction.
Practical
More than 300 slips for craft of all sizes, with covered berths and PWC ports. Waterfront dining at the Grafton Oyster Bar, boat rentals and charters, and an on-site winery with tastings.
Ashore
The Hakuna Matata, a 53-foot licensed tour boat, runs sightseeing cruises from May to November carrying up to 49 passengers. Grafton, the oldest town in Jersey County, lies along the riverfront beside the marina.
Key facts
- Type
- Harbour
- Coordinates
- 38.96865, -90.43943 (38°58.12'N 90°26.37'W)
- Country
- United States
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Grafton lies at 38°58.12'N 90°26.37'W, that is 38.96865, -90.43943 in decimal degrees.
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