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Bar Island

  • Location: Illinois River
  • Mile Marker: 85.7
  • Lat / Lon: N 40° 00.120' / W 090° 29.060'
  • Depth: 8-9 ft.
  • Description:

    Bar Island offers good depth behind the south end of the island with plenty of swing room. Go all the way to Coal Creek Island Daymark 85.5 before turning northeast in to the anchorage.

    DISCLAIMER: Before committing to an anchorage, you should confirm that the location is not governed by a regulation that may conflict with your plans. An increasing number of states and municipalities are enacting laws that define where and how long you may anchor.


Holding:
5.00
Good, Mud
Wind Protection:
3.83
Open & exposed W, E and wakes
Current Flow:
3.83
Wake Protection:
4.33
Open & exposed W, E and wakes
Scenic Beauty:
4.20
Ease of Shopping:
1.00
Shore Access:
1.17
Pet Friendly:
1.20
Cell Service:
3.00
WiFi:
1.00
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