Washington Island Ferry Line

Name: Washington Island Ferry Line
Address: 215 State Highway 42, Northport, WI, 54210, US
Telephone: +18002232094
Price range: $$
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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!

02/26/2025

The new spring ferry schedule is coming soon! 📅📣 We’ll continue with our current schedule through March 14!

Keep an eye on our social media for the updates or view our latest schedule online: https://wisferry.com/washington-island/

02/20/2025

Did you know? The deepest spot on our crossing is over 135 feet deep! 🤯

Read more about the ferry and see the schedule: https://wisferry.com/washington-island/

02/18/2025

Plan ahead for your Washington Island trip and make a vehicle reservation, required through March 14! 🚗

📞 Call 1-800-223-2094 or 920-847-2546 to make a reservation.

02/14/2025

Happy Valentine's Day from the WIFL Crew! ❤️

02/12/2025

The Washington Island Ferry is celebrating its 85th Anniversary this year! 👏🎉

Captain William Jepson operated two wooden ferries with landings in Ellison Bay and Gills Rock, later adding Northport as an alternative in windy weather. In 1940, he sold his company to the Richters, who began the present version of the Washington Island Ferry Line with these two original wooden ferries. ⛴️

Read more: https://doorcountypulse.com/early-days-washington-island-ferry/

02/10/2025

Wisconsin weather and ice conditions in the Death's Door Passage can be tricky to predict! ❄️⛄ Make sure to check our Facebook for any schedule updates.

Visit our webcams to see the weather in real time: https://wisferry.com/webcams/

02/07/2025

Friday February 7th Update:

As of 8:20 our first boat has made 100 yds progress outside of the Detroit Harbor entrance. Expect longer than “normal” trip times for the short term as we hammer out a track in the ice shoves that piled in to our route late Thursday.

02/06/2025

February is National Cherry Month! 🍒

Door County is famous for this tart fruit. While cherry picking doesn’t start until late summer, you can still find and enjoy cherry products all year round. Why not plan for an off-season trip to this iconic region of Wisconsin?

Read more about the ferry and see the schedule: https://wisferry.com/washington-island/

02/04/2025

Check our new schedule: We have added trips on Thursdays and Fridays! ⛴️

Remember to plan ahead and make a vehicle reservation, which is required through March 14. 🚗 Call 1-800-223-2094 or 920-847-2546.

02/03/2025

Six more weeks of winter? No matter the weather, we’re here and making trips each day. ❄️⛴️

01/27/2025

The new spring ferry schedule is coming soon! Keep an eye on our social media for the updates. 👀

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

01/21/2025

Meet our ice breakers, Arni J. Richter and Madonna! Both ferries were built in Sturgeon Bay and haul up to 149 passengers. ⛴️❄️

Read more about these winter workhorses: https://wisferry.com/about

01/16/2025

Plan ahead for your Washington Island trip and make a vehicle reservation, required through March 14!

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

01/13/2025

Wondering what the weather is like on the island? 🌨️☃️ Check the webcams and watch the dock in real time!

📹 See the webcams: https://wisferry.com/webcams/

01/06/2025

📅❗ Our winter ferry schedule changes today! See the new schedule here: https://wisferry.com/washington-island/

Remember to plan ahead and make a vehicle reservation, which is required through March 14. 🚙

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

01/05/2025

📆 📣 Watch for ferry schedule changes coming Jan. 6th! Check social media and online for updates: https://wisferry.com/washington-island/

Vehicle reservations are required through March 14th. 🚗 Call 1-800-223-2094 or 920-847-2546.

01/03/2025

The Washington Island Ferry is celebrating its 85th anniversary in 2025! 🎉🥳

Since launching in 1940, we’ve grown to five ferries making two trips a day in the winter and up to 25 trips daily during peak season.

01/01/2025

Kick off the new year with a journey across the water! ⛴

We’re running on New Year’s Day to keep you connected to family and friends on the island. A big thank you to our dedicated crew who make it possible to keep things moving, even on the holidays! 💙

Here’s to smooth waters, safe travels and a bright year ahead! ✨

Address

215 State Highway 42
Northport, WI
54210

Telephone

+18002232094

Website

http://www.wisferry.com/

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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!