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Ferry Services

S.S. Badger, Lake Michigan Carferry, Ludington

Big ship, more fun! Take your car, motorcycle, or even your RV on the S.S. Badger for a fun and relaxing shortcut across Lake Michigan -- you'll avoid the drive around the lake, and with so much to see and do aboard the huge ship, getting there will be more than half the fun!

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Shepler's Ferry, Mackinaw City

Experience a spectacular panoramic view of the Straits of Mackinac from the open-air top-deck seating area. For over 55 years, the Shepler family has been providing safe and sure passage to Mackinac Island in just 16 minutes.

Photo courtesy of Shepler's Ferry

Lake Express Car and Passenger Ferry, Muskegon

Lake Express is the first high-speed auto ferry to operate on a route on the Great Lakes. During peak months, the ferry crosses Lake Michigan three times daily.