Washington Island Ferry Line

Washington Island Ferry Line View our new, searchable schedule on any device: http://www.wisferry.com/ The Washington Island Ferry Line was started in 1940 with two existing wooden ferries.
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When you reach the end of Highway 42, at the tip of Wisconsin’s Door County peninsula, you’ll find Northport Pier and the Washington Island Ferry Line. Over the years steel ferries were added and today the line boasts four modern, Coast Guard-approved vessels that make up to 25 round trips a day during high season and two round trips per day in winter. After vehicles and passengers are safely on b

oard, the ferry will embark on a 30-minute ride past Plum, Pilot and Detroit Islands. This area is filled with history. You will be making the same passage as the Native Americans who paddled their canoes from island to island, French explorers who came to the area and schooners that traveled the area a century ago. Relax and enjoy the ride!

Are you traveling to Green Bay for the NFL Draft? Make a stop in Door County and take a ride on the Washington Island Fe...
04/23/2025

Are you traveling to Green Bay for the NFL Draft? Make a stop in Door County and take a ride on the Washington Island Ferry Line! We’re just a short, scenic drive from Lambeau Field. 🏈

Check out our schedule here: https://bit.ly/4kwpEKa

Happy Easter from the Washington Island Ferry Line! 🐰✨We’re grateful for a new season of Door County travel that people ...
04/20/2025

Happy Easter from the Washington Island Ferry Line! 🐰✨

We’re grateful for a new season of Door County travel that people can enjoy with friends and family.

Mark your calendar! Our new ferry schedule starts Saturday, April 19! 📣You can always keep up-to-date and check for our ...
04/17/2025

Mark your calendar! Our new ferry schedule starts Saturday, April 19! 📣

You can always keep up-to-date and check for our latest schedule online: https://bit.ly/4kwpEKa

Why not pick up a paper copy of our annual schedule to keep on hand? 📆Schedules featuring our Washington Island, Rock Is...
04/15/2025

Why not pick up a paper copy of our annual schedule to keep on hand? 📆

Schedules featuring our Washington Island, Rock Island and Cherry Train dates and times are offered at most Door County establishments, as well before you board the ferry.

And you can always view our latest schedule online: https://bit.ly/4kwpEKa

Here are our round-trip rates for 2025! We’re looking forward to a safe, fun and enjoyable season with you. 😊
04/09/2025

Here are our round-trip rates for 2025! We’re looking forward to a safe, fun and enjoyable season with you. 😊

Plan your summer trips today! ⛴️ 📅 View our latest schedule online: https://bit.ly/4kwpEKa
04/07/2025

Plan your summer trips today! ⛴️ 📅 View our latest schedule online: https://bit.ly/4kwpEKa

TGIF!! Friday night trips are back tonight. 🙌Check the ferry schedule for departure times: https://bit.ly/4kwpEKaAnd ple...
04/04/2025

TGIF!! Friday night trips are back tonight. 🙌

Check the ferry schedule for departure times: https://bit.ly/4kwpEKa

And please be sure to check our Facebook for any schedule updates.

Schedule update today! 📅Reminder that vehicle reservations are not required, but make sure to be in line at least 15 min...
04/04/2025

Schedule update today! 📅

Reminder that vehicle reservations are not required, but make sure to be in line at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Enjoy the ride!

All aboard—we have more trips starting Friday, April 4th! ⛴️Check out our full schedule online: https://bit.ly/4kwpEKa ...
04/02/2025

All aboard—we have more trips starting Friday, April 4th! ⛴️

Check out our full schedule online: https://bit.ly/4kwpEKa

Looking for a unique place to stay during the 2025 NFL Draft? Reserve your rental on the first-of-its-kind Ferrybnb toda...
04/01/2025

Looking for a unique place to stay during the 2025 NFL Draft? Reserve your rental on the first-of-its-kind Ferrybnb today! ⛴️

With your three-night stay, you’ll get an exclusive experience any football lover would go crazy over. Enjoy a complimentary green and gold breakfast, 360-degree water views and all the GO PACK GO chants imaginable! 🏈

📞 Book your spot before it’s too late! Contact us at 1-800-APR-FOOLS.

Our Friday Night Trips are back starting April 4! 🌙 Check the ferry schedule for departure times to and from the island....
03/31/2025

Our Friday Night Trips are back starting April 4! 🌙 Check the ferry schedule for departure times to and from the island. https://wisferry.com/washington-island/

Be sure to check our Facebook for any schedule updates!

📅 Want a paper copy of our annual schedule to keep on hand? The schedules are offered at most Door County establishments...
03/25/2025

📅 Want a paper copy of our annual schedule to keep on hand? The schedules are offered at most Door County establishments and before you board the ferry!

You can always view our latest schedule online: https://wisferry.com/washington-island/

Spring is here! Celebrate the first day of spring by checking the weather at our docks—our webcams are on 24/7! 📷🌷 Find ...
03/20/2025

Spring is here! Celebrate the first day of spring by checking the weather at our docks—our webcams are on 24/7! 📷🌷

Find the webcams here: https://wisferry.com/webcams/

Get a 24/7 view of our Washington Island Ferry docks. Check weather conditions, watch ferry traffic and see our beautiful dock view.

🌼🌷🌸 OMG! Our spring schedule is almost here!Starting March 15th, no vehicle reservations are needed. Please remember to ...
03/11/2025

🌼🌷🌸 OMG! Our spring schedule is almost here!

Starting March 15th, no vehicle reservations are needed. Please remember to be in line at least 15 minutes prior to departure. *Note: this is a slight change from the physical paper schedules.

Check the up-to-date schedule here to find departure times: https://wisferry.com/washington-island/

⏰ It’s Daylight Savings time! Did you remember to turn your clock forward?📸:
03/09/2025

⏰ It’s Daylight Savings time! Did you remember to turn your clock forward?

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Did you take the Washington Island Ferry Line this winter? ⛴️❄️📷: Destination Door County
03/05/2025

Did you take the Washington Island Ferry Line this winter? ⛴️❄️

📷: Destination Door County

Plan ahead for your Washington Island trip! Vehicle reservations are required through March 14. 🚗🗓️Call 1-800-223-2094 o...
03/03/2025

Plan ahead for your Washington Island trip! Vehicle reservations are required through March 14. 🚗🗓️

Call 1-800-223-2094 or 920-847-2546 to reserve your spot. 📞

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215 State Highway 42
Northport, WI
54210

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When you reach the end of Highway 42, at the tip of Wisconsin’s Door County peninsula, you’ll find Northport Pier and the Washington Island Ferry Line. The Washington Island Ferry Line was started in 1940 with two existing wooden ferries.

Over the years steel ferries were added and today the line boasts four modern, Coast Guard-approved vessels that make up to 25 round trips a day during high season and two round trips per day in winter. After vehicles and passengers are safely on board, the ferry will embark on a 30-minute ride past Plum, Pilot and Detroit Islands.

This area is filled with history. You will be making the same passage as the Native Americans who paddled their canoes from island to island, French explorers who came to the area and schooners that traveled the area a century ago. Relax and enjoy the ride!