You'll find Captain Daniel Wright Woods Canoe Launch on Des Plaines River in Vernon Hills. It's a kayak and canoe launch. Elgin is the nearest big city, about 22 miles away. Closest alternative: Century Park Canoe/Kayak Ramp in Vernon Hills (1 mile).
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Vernon Hills, IL |
| Water | Des Plaines River |
| Surface | gravel |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Compare all 11 launches on Des Plaines River. All launches on Des Plaines River
Read more: How to launch a kayak or canoe.
Illustration Top pick Pelican universal kayak, canoe and SUP cart Many launches are a long walk from parking. A folding cart turns that carry into an easy roll. View on Amazon 
Illustration Bestseller Earth Pak waterproof roll-top dry bag Keys, phone and a dry shirt stay dry even if you tip over at the put-in. View on Amazon 
Illustration Stearns adult life vest, USCG approved Type III Federal rules require a wearable life jacket for every person on a kayak, canoe or boat. View on Amazon We haven't tested these ourselves; we chose them by size and specs. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you. Check the current price on Amazon.
Illustration Paddlers
Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
Kayak launch guide Illustration Life jackets
What the Coast Guard requires on kayaks and canoes, and kids' vests with head support.
Life jacket rulesLaunched here recently? Even a short note on parking or the dock helps the next boater.
Captain Daniel Wright Woods Canoe Launch is in Vernon Hills, Illinois. We only have the map location of Captain Daniel Wright Woods Canoe Launch from OpenStreetMap, and the directions link goes straight to it.
Des Plaines River, in Vernon Hills.
We have no fee details for Captain Daniel Wright Woods Canoe Launch, but our guide to launch fees explains what ramps usually cost.
Century Park Canoe/Kayak Ramp in Vernon Hills (1 mile), Century Park Boat Ramp in Vernon Hills (1 mile) and Lake Charles Park Canoe Launch in Libertyville (1.9 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby