At the tip of the Door County peninsula, you’ll find Northport Pier and the Washington Island Ferry Line to Washington Island. The island is a 35-square mile, year-round home to 700 people and a destination for thousands of visitors annually. The Washington Island Ferry Line is a vital transportation link, crossing Death’s Door passage on the way to the island.
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2012 Schedule
Our schedule changes throughout the year; please make sure you are looking at the correct season for your visit.
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Spring (March 30, 2012 – June 29, 2012)
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Summer (June 30, 2012 – August 19, 2012)
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Fall (August 20, 2012 – December 2, 2012)
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Winter (December 3, 2012 – March 28, 2013)
Driving Directions
The ferry is located on the tip of the Door Peninsula, which is the Northeast corner of Wisconsin. Take Highway 57 North from Green Bay to Sturgeon Bay. From there, you can take either Hwy 42 or Hwy 57 to Sister Bay. Then, follow Hwy 42 to its end at Northport Pier.
Island Ferry Terminal
Northport Visitor Center and Ferry Terminal
Ticket Rates
 Round Trip Tickets (Ferry only) |
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| Adult | $13.00 |
| Child (ages 6–11) | $ 7.00 |
| Child (ages 5 and under) | FREE |
 Combo Tickets (Ferry plus Cherry Train) What is this? |
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| Adult | $27.50 |
| Child (ages 6–11) | $13.50 |
| Child (ages 5 and under) | FREE |
 Other |
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| Automobile (Passengers not included) | $26.00 |
| Motorcycle | $15.00 |
| Bike | $ 4.00 |
| Pets | FREE |
Trucks, trailers & campers by length. Call for rates.
Please Remember:
- Be at the dock and in line at least 15 minutes before scheduled departure. (Schedule is subject to weather and traffic.)
- We are not responsible for low exhaust systems.
- Tickets are sold on a first-come-first-served basis.
- Pets must remain in a car or on deck and must be on a leash if on deck.
- There is no smoking on board the ferry.