Glades-River, a public boat ramp on Illinois River, is located in Winfield. From St. Louis it's roughly 35 miles in a straight line. If it's full, Glades-Backwater in Winfield is under 1 mile away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Winfield, MO |
| Water | Illinois River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Closures and rules for Glades-River: Missouri Department of Conservation (accesses); Missouri State Highway Patrol Water Patrol Division (boating rules).
Glades-River is one of 6 public launches on Illinois River. Illinois River overview
More in our guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.
Illustration Bestseller Attwood 7524A7 snap-handle drain plug The forgotten drain plug is the classic ramp mistake. A spare in the glove box saves the day. View on Amazon 
Illustration Top pick Bungee dock lines with quick connect, shock absorbing Clip on in seconds while your partner parks the trailer. The bungee keeps the boat off the dock in wakes. View on Amazon 
Illustration Master Lock trailer coupler lock (fits 1-7/8", 2", 2-5/16") Your trailer sits alone in the ramp lot all day. A coupler lock keeps it where you left it. 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 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.
Loading guideLaunched here recently? Even a short note on parking or the dock helps the next boater.
Glades-River is in Winfield, Missouri. We have no street address for Glades-River, only its exact position on the map.
It gives you access to Illinois River.
No fee information yet for Glades-River, so if you know it, tell us and we'll add it.
Paddlers can usually use Glades-River. Carry the boat to the edge of the ramp or the dock end. The nearest dedicated kayak launch is IL River-Paddle in Saint Charles, about 7.2 miles away.
Glades-Backwater in Winfield (under 1 mile), Hadleys Ldg in Winfield (under 1 mile) and Swan Lake in Winfield (under 1 mile).
Boat Ramps Nearby