Ohio River

This boat launch on the Ohio River sits on the Kentucky side, about half a mile from Metropolis, Illinois, the nearest town. It offers a put-in on one of the region's major waterways, within easy reach of the town across the river. Typical averages from the Brookport Dam 52 weather station in Illinois, about 5 miles away, show a warm season that suits time on the water. Highs run around 69°F in April and 77°F in May, then climb to about 85°F in June and peak near 89°F in July, with August close behind at 88°F. Summer nights stay mild, with lows in the mid-60s. September (around 82°F) and October (around 71°F) bring comfortable afternoons and the fewest wet days of the year, roughly seven each month. Spring is the wettest stretch, with about 10 to 11 wet days a month from March through May. Winter is cold, with January highs near 43°F and lows around 25°F. Nearby, the McCracken County Trail System is about 6 miles away for hiking. Massac Creek, roughly 6.5 miles off, is an option for canoeing.