Access Site
IL
Oakhurst Forest Preserve
City: Aurora, IL
County: Kane County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 41.75107400, -88.27214900
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Fox River at Montgomery, IL
2.1 mi away
Waubonsee Creek near Oswego, IL
2.8 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** This boat ramp is located on Grandview Drive off 5th Avenue in Aurora, providing convenient access to Lake Patterson, a 55-acre recreational lake. The Forest Preserve District of Kane County (FPDKC) maintains the launch facility and is actively working to improve it. Refer to the official park district map for detailed directions and facility layout.
**Boating Conditions:** Lake Patterson welcomes kayakers, canoeists, and small motorized boats (electric motors allowed). The lake serves as both a flood control system and recreation destination, making it a popular spot for summer paddling. Non-motorized boats are welcome year-round. Note that the ramp bottom conditions may vary; check current conditions before launching if you're concerned about shallow areas or soft bottom.
**Planning Your Visit:** Bring your own watercraft—the preserve does not offer boat rentals. The site is part of a larger forest preserve with additional recreational amenities including hiking trails and seasonal activities. For current access details, hours, or any facility updates, contact the Forest Preserve District of Kane County or visit their website.
**Boating Conditions:** Lake Patterson welcomes kayakers, canoeists, and small motorized boats (electric motors allowed). The lake serves as both a flood control system and recreation destination, making it a popular spot for summer paddling. Non-motorized boats are welcome year-round. Note that the ramp bottom conditions may vary; check current conditions before launching if you're concerned about shallow areas or soft bottom.
**Planning Your Visit:** Bring your own watercraft—the preserve does not offer boat rentals. The site is part of a larger forest preserve with additional recreational amenities including hiking trails and seasonal activities. For current access details, hours, or any facility updates, contact the Forest Preserve District of Kane County or visit their website.