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Ferries operating in Wisconsin

Note: Some ferry schedules may be affected by weather. Please call the number listed when inclement weather is expected.

Cassville (608) 725-5180

• Located in southwest Wisconsin on the Mississippi River.
• Connects Cassville, Wisconsin, with Turkey Creek, Iowa.
• Ferry fee for passengers and vehicles.

Lake Express (866) 914-1010

• Located in southeastern Wisconsin on Lake Michigan.
• Connects Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with Muskegon, Michigan.
• Ferry fee for passengers and vehicles.

Lake Michigan Carferry (888) 337-7948

• Located in eastern Wisconsin on Lake Michigan.
• Connects Manitowoc, Wisconsin, with Ludington, Michigan.
• Ferry fee for passengers and vehicles.

Madeline Island Ferry Line (715) 747-2051

• Located in northern Wisconsin on Lake Superior.
• Connects Bayfield, Wisconsin, with LaPointe Harbor on Madeline Island, Wisconsin.
• Ferry fee for passengers and vehicles.

Merrimac

• Located in south central Wisconsin on the Wisconsin River.
• Connects Merrimac, Wisconsin, with Okee, Wisconsin.
• Free ferry for passengers and vehicles.

Washington Island Ferry Line (920) 847-2546

• Located in northeast Wisconsin on Lake Michigan.
• Connects Northport, Wisconsin, with Detroit Harbor on Washington Island, Wisconsin.
• Ferry fee for passengers and vehicles.

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Last modified: April 11, 2012