Ben Watts Marina

Ben Watts Marina A full service marina for all your boating needs. Ben Watts Marina was started in 1954 by our namesake and founder.

Today, the marina is still owned and operated by his third and fourth generations. We are located in the Chain o' Lakes recreational region on Pistakee Lake in the town of Fox Lake. Services offered at Ben Watts Marina include new and used boat sales, slip rentals, summer and winter storage, in & out service, fuel, ice, Chain o' Lakes user fee stickers, a public launch ramp, service, parts and a s

hip's store. Our new boat showroom houses the latest models of Ranger fishing boats and pontoons. Ben Watts Marina is also a dealer for Mercury, Mercruiser, Evinrude and Johnson.

WE ARE OPEN TODAY! 8am - 5pm!
05/25/2026

WE ARE OPEN TODAY!
8am - 5pm!

04/18/2026
Due to the high water levels we are forced to close our launch until further notice. Safety must always come first! Laun...
04/18/2026

Due to the high water levels we are forced to close our launch until further notice.
Safety must always come first!

Launch is CLOSED.

04/18/2026

Sorry Folks, but due to the water levels our launch is CLOSED until further notice. Safety must come first!

04/13/2026
Please Note: We will be closing at noon tomorrow, April 11th. Our team will be together with Debbie, Brandon, Karleigh, ...
04/10/2026

Please Note: We will be closing at noon tomorrow, April 11th.

Our team will be together with Debbie, Brandon, Karleigh, and the rest of the Nordmeyer family and community as we honor Bob Nordmeyer's life and memory.

This past weekend, the Chain of Lakes boating community lost a member of its family. It is with great sadness to share t...
04/07/2026

This past weekend, the Chain of Lakes boating community lost a member of its family. It is with great sadness to share that our very own, Bob Nordmeyer lost his battle to cancer. Everyone here at Ben Watts Marina is mourning the loss, as we know everyone in our community is.

Please join us on Saturday, April 11th as we celebrate the incredible life of Bob Nordmeyer. Share in the stories, memories and laughter that made Bob the incredible man that he was.

Saturday, April 11th
12:00pm – 4:00pm
Rivalry Alehouse
945 Main Street
Antioch, IL 60002

In honor of Bob, please dress in his style. Wear your favorite fishing shirt, Harley gear, or anything that reminds you of him!

Food will be provided, and there will be a cash bar.

We hope you can join us as we honor the incredible life of Bob. In the meantime, our thoughts, prayers and love go out to Deb, Brandon & Karleigh, and the rest of the Nordmeyer family.

https://www.legacy.com/legacy/robert-nordmeyer

We will be open on Saturdays starting this weekend! The season is almost here! Who's getting excited?
03/31/2026

We will be open on Saturdays starting this weekend! The season is almost here! Who's getting excited?

Just a reminder that we are on our Winter Hours of Operation!
12/03/2025

Just a reminder that we are on our Winter Hours of Operation!

Address

116 S US Highway 12
Fox Lake, IL
60020

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 4am

Telephone

(847) 587-0211

Website

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