What is

The Great Loop?

The Great Loop is a continuous epic journey that consists of ­­­travel along the Canadian Heritage Canals, Great Lakes, inland rivers of America’s heartland, Gulf Intracoastal Waterways, and the Atlantic.  There are several loop entrances and exits as well as numerous places to explore along the way, so no two trips are ever quite the same. An official ‘Looper’ is any recreational mariner who completes the journey. If you are interested in more information, visit America’s Great Loop Cruisers’ Association for an Interactive Great Loop Map, Great Loop Radio, webinars, and Member events.

Your next favorite Great Loop Location

Heritage Harbor

Just 90-minutes from Chicago, a state-of-the-art marina is ready and waiting to give you the boating experience you’d scarcely dare to dream about in inland Illinois. Positioned on the Illinois Waterway, the Heritage Harbor Marina offers 32 acres of nearly 8-foot deep harbor, boasts a harbor opening width of 200 feet and 140 boat slips ranging between 35 and 60 feet. You’ll enjoy the single-load floating docks, and private dock boxes for each slip. The gorgeous Illinois River provides an incredible backdrop to our amazing resort. Boating, kayaking, fishing, canoeing…just a few ways to explore our incredible slice of Heaven.

A Vibrant

Marina

Our vibrant marina has everything you need for an unforgettable boating experience. Home to 140 boat slips, the marina offers everything for a perfect getaway. If you are looking for a full-service marina then you will want to make Heritage Harbor your port of choice. The 16-mile stretch of waterway between the Marseilles Lock and Starved Rock Lock provides an abundance of boating and watersport opportunities.  We offer pontoon, jet ski and electric boat rentals, so start planning your next water adventure.

Some of Our Marina

Amenities

  • ATM

  • Gas

  • Dry Storage

  • Laundry Facilities

  • Maintenance Facilities

  • Oil Recycling

  • Pump out

  • Restrooms

  • Security

  • Showers

  • Restaurant On-Site

  • Dockage

Great Loop

Quick Links

America’s Great Loop Cruiser’s Association

www.greatloop.org/

Water Level at Marseilles Lock

www.water.weather.gov

US Army Corps of Engineers Lock Queue

https://ndc.ops.usace.army.mil

Online slip reservations

www.dockwa.com

Illinois River and Upper Mississippi River Charts

https://www.mvr.usace.army.mil

Ohio River Charts

Ohio River Charts PDF

On Offer for

Great Loopers

Heritage Harbor’s Marina boasts an average depth of over 7 feet, favorable for deep hull vessels.  Boaters can refuel using the available diesel and gas pumps. Harbormaster, Jeremy Fowler, offers a river navigation course at the marina.
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The Red Dog Grill waterfront restaurant is a favorite watering hole for those looking for a delicious meal with a water view. Loopers have access to a courtesy vehicle to restock their galley, do laundry, or to spend time ashore enjoying all that Historic Downtown Ottawa has to offer.
Visit the Red Dog Grill Website
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It's time to start the adventure

It's time to live the dream

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