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Washington Island Ferry Line

Washington Island, WI 54246
1-800-223-2094
4.0 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Type: Ferries/ Boats
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Wisconsin
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

The ferry was nicely maintained and fun for the entire family. More

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Genesee Depot, Wisconsin
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 18, 2011
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Took the ferry without the car and the Cherry Train tour on the Island. Just something different to do while in the Door. Ferry takes about 45 min each way. Cherry Train tour is about 2hrs. Had a great tour lady she likes her job, and a relaxing ride with 4 stops. More

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Chicago, IL
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 8, 2011
1
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We took the ferry over the Labor Day weekend. I heard the lines were horrendous (2 hours+ waiting to get on) both ways on Saturday and then again on Monday with everyone returning after vacation. Otherwise you show up about 15 minutes before departure and hop on. It's $25 per car and $11.50 per adult- that is a round-trip cost... More

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Evanston, Illinois
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 5, 2011
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This ferry line accepts cars, bikes and individual passengers. The ticket seller knew the ropes, so friendly and he made us feel secure. This ferry line knows what it's doing. If you're afraid of the water (and me, of drowning), this is the ferry for you. Within 30 minutes, we were safely on Washington Island with very little fanfare. Schedule... More

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Chicago
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 22, 2011
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Clean boats, friendly staff, terrific ride .... great views! More

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Louisville, Ky
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 31, 2011
3
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We spent the day exploring Washington Island which starts with a ferry ride. The ride over was relaxing and didn't take very long. It was the best way to beat the heat during the July heat wave. We got out of the car and rode in the open bench seats up top with plently of opportunities for photos. We got... More

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Madison, WI
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 28, 2011
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person found this review helpful

After the hot but pleasant drive through lovely Door County, we boarded an uncrowded ferry and soared into Lake Michigan for a little R&R. Our 12-year-old sons loved the ride, and we love everything about charming little Washington Island. Never overrun with tourists, and always just enough to keep us entertained but not overwhelmed. Much cooler than the mainland! More

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Chicago, Illinois
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2011
3
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No, really. That's the main reason we took the carferry over; we have never driven onto a boat before. Loading was easy and the ride was maybe 25 minutes total, and was pleasant enough on an overcast day. The island itself was mediocre - we did visit the ostrich farm and the beach with the smooth stones, and that was... More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 17, 2010
3
people found this review helpful

I have been back and forth to Washington Island multiple times. The pilots are terrific - some days the lake can be pretty darn rough, but I've never felt unsafe. I always enjoy the trip across Death's Door. I like that it's a old-fashioned mode of transportation that carries me to a place where life is still simple and everyone... More

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Mount Zion, Illinois
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed October 14, 2010
5
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$25.00 for car + $11.50 per person. View from the look out tower, priceless. Trip on ferry was nice, nothing to do on island. If you do go, the lookout tower was nice, lots of steps. More

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