Harold's Landing is a public boat ramp on Rock River in Moline, IL. Launching at Harold's Landing is free. The map data shows 2 launch lanes, which helps on busy weekends. Davenport is the nearest big city, about 5.8 miles away. Closest alternative: Rock River in Moline (1 mile).
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Moline, IL |
| Water | Rock River |
| Park | Harold's Landing |
| Ramps | 2 launch lanes in the map data |
| Surface | asphalt |
| Launch fee | free |
Harold's Landing is one of 5 public launches on Rock River. Boat ramps on Rock River
Step by step: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Harold's Landing is in Moline, Illinois. The directions button above routes you to the pin for Harold's Landing.
It gives you access to Rock River.
Launching at Harold's Landing costs nothing, going by the map data.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Harold's Landing clear for trailers. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is LeClaire Park Boat Ramp in Davenport, about 5.5 miles away.
Rock River in Moline (1 mile), Rock River (West) in Coal Valley (1.6 miles) and Rock River (Downtown) in Coal Valley (2.4 miles).
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