Cross Lake Michigan by ferry with room for passengers, vehicles, and bikes
4 hrs
Ferry transportation, free movies
Travel from Ludington, Michigan, to Manitowoc, Wisconsin, aboard a Lake Michigan car ferry. Settle into indoor or outdoor spaces and enjoy activities for all ages along the way.
Cancel before scheduled departure for a refund less a $10 per child, $20 per adult, or $30 per adult-with-vehicle cancellation fee. Online booking fees are nonrefundable.
Product ID: 5ZVM4W
No. Once your vehicle is loaded onto the ferry, you cannot access it during the 4-hour crossing. Take everything you need with you before boarding.
A chairlift is available for boarding and disembarking passengers using wheelchairs or needing assistance. The lift has a 300-pound maximum capacity. Motorized wheelchairs travel on the lift separately from their chairs, and upper-deck access is limited depending on mobility.
No. Leave alcohol in your vehicle or locked in the cabinet on the car deck during your Lake Michigan crossing.
701 Maritime Drive, Ludington, MI 49431
It’s obvious that this crew is exceedingly competent - a finely tuned team and system. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip across Lake Michigan and the weather was spectacular. 👍👍👍
Robert McIntosh
September 8, 2026
It’s obvious that this crew is exceedingly competent - a finely tuned team and system. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip across Lake Michigan and the weather was spectacular. 👍👍👍
Robert McIntosh
September 8, 2026
Cross Lake Michigan by car ferry with onboard activities for all ages
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