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Ferries & Water Taxis in Michigan

34 of the 1,390 marinas and boating businesses we track in Michigan are ferry services and passenger boats. Full listings for every city are on the Michigan page.

34locations
26cities
1,390locations statewide

Ferry routes vary widely between scheduled vehicular crossings, seasonal island shuttles, and passenger-only urban water taxis. Choosing the right service depends on whether you are transporting a vehicle, traveling with pets, or needing a strict commuter timeline. Map pins show terminal docks, but they do not indicate reservation requirements, vehicle height limits, or seasonal sailing schedules.

St Ignace 4

  1. Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry

    601 N State St, St Ignace, MI 49781

    Call Website All St Ignace

  2. Arnold Transit Company - St. Ignace Main Dock

    587 N State St, St Ignace, MI 49781

    Call Website All St Ignace

  3. Arnold Mackinac Island Ferry

    99 N State St, St Ignace, MI 49781-1646

    Call All St Ignace

  4. Starline Ferries

    501 N State St, St Ignace, MI 49781-1428

    All St Ignace

Mackinac Island 3

  1. Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry

    7431 Main St, Mackinac Island, MI 49757

    Call Website All Mackinac Island

  2. Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry Company - Island Dock #2

    106 Main St, Mackinac Island, MI 49757

    Call Website All Mackinac Island

  3. Sheplers Ferry

    Mackinac Island State Park, 7029 Huron Rd, Mackinac Island, MI 49757

    Call All Mackinac Island

Cheboygan 2

  1. Nautical North Family Adventures

    123 S Main St, Cheboygan, MI 49721

    Call Website All Cheboygan

  2. Cheboygan-Bois Blanc Is Ferry

    Cheboygan, MI

    Call All Cheboygan

Mackinaw City 2

  1. Sheplers Mackinac Island Ferry

    556 E Central Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701

    Call Website All Mackinaw City

  2. Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry - Mackinaw City Dock #1

    801 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701

    Call Website All Mackinaw City

Saint Ignace 2

  1. Star Line - Now Known As Mackinac Island Ferry Company - St. Ignace Dock #3

    587 N State St, Saint Ignace, MI 49781-1428

    Call All Saint Ignace

  2. Star Line - Now Known As Mackinac Island Ferry Company - Dock #2 - Winter & Freight Service Only

    99 N State St, Saint Ignace, MI 49781-1646

    Call All Saint Ignace

Algonac 1

  1. Champion's Auto Ferry

    3647 Pointe Tremble Rd, Algonac, MI 48001-4645

    Call Website All Algonac

Beaver Island 1

  1. Beaver Island Boat Co. Ferry Terminal

    Main Street, Beaver Island, MI 49782

    Call Website All Beaver Island

Charlevoix 1

  1. Beaver Island Boat Company

    103 Bridge Park Dr, Charlevoix, MI 49720

    Call Website All Charlevoix

Clay Twp 1

  1. Champion's Auto Ferry

    1700 N Channel Dr, Clay Twp, MI 48028

    Call Website All Clay Twp

Copper Harbor 1

  1. Isle Royale Ferry Services

    60 5th St, Copper Harbor, MI 49918

    Call Website All Copper Harbor

De Tour Village 1

  1. Drummond Island Ferry

    113 Huron St, De Tour Village, MI 49725

    Call Website All De Tour Village

Drummond Island 1

  1. drummond island Ferry dock

    Drummond Island, MI

    All Drummond Island

Eveline Twp 1

  1. Ironton Ferry

    10122 Ferry Rd, Eveline Twp, MI 49720

    Call Website

Flint 1

  1. Genesee Bell Cruises

    5045 E Stanley Rd, Flint, MI 48506-1186

    Boat ramp
    Call All Flint

Glen Arbor 1

  1. Reel Tales Fishing Charter

    5705 S Lake St, Glen Arbor, MI 49636-5102

    Call Website All Glen Arbor

Harbor Springs 1

  1. Little Traverse Bay Ferry

    115 E 3rd St, Harbor Springs, MI 49740-1557

    Call All Harbor Springs

Holland 1

  1. Holland Princess

    290 Howard Ave, Holland, MI 49424-6518

    Call All Holland

Leland 1

  1. Manitou Island Transit

    207 W River St, Leland, MI 49654

    Call Website All Leland

Ludington 1

  1. S.s. Badger Lake Michigan Carferry Service

    701 Maritime Dr, Ludington, MI 49431-2095

    Call Website All Ludington

Munising 1

  1. Grand Island Ferry Services

    N, 8016 Grand Island Landing Rd, Munising, MI 49862

    Call Website All Munising

Muskegon 1

  1. USCG McLane

    Beach Lake, Muskegon, MI 49441

    All Muskegon

Petoskey 1

  1. Little Traverse Bay Ferry Dock

    Concrete Dock, 101 E Lake St, Petoskey, MI 49770

    Call All Petoskey

Saugatuck 1

  1. Saugatuck Chain Ferry

    528 Water St, Saugatuck, MI 49453

    Call Website All Saugatuck

Sault Ste Marie 1

  1. Sugar Island Ferry Main Land

    Riverside Dr, Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783

    All Sault Ste Marie

St Clair Shores 1

  1. Ovation Yacht

    24214 Jefferson Ave, St Clair Shores, MI 48080-1577

    All St Clair Shores

St James Twp 1

  1. Beaver Island Boat Company

    26210 Main St, St James Twp, MI 49782

    Call Website All St James Twp
Book vehicle spots early. Many island and long-distance passenger ferries require advance reservations for cars during peak summer months, while walk-on passengers can often buy tickets at the pier.

Also in Michigan

Good to know

Do I need to arrive early if I already bought a ticket?

Yes, most operators require vehicles to be in the boarding lane 30 to 60 minutes before departure. Walk-on passengers usually need to clear the gate 15 to 20 minutes prior to sailing. Late arrivals risk losing their reserved spot to standby commuters.

Are pets allowed on ferry crossings?

Policies depend on the specific line and duration of the trip. Many passenger ferries allow leashed dogs on exterior decks, while vehicle ferries often require pets to remain inside your personal car during the transit. Always check specific carrier rules before arriving at the terminal.

How much do passenger and vehicle ferry tickets usually cost?

Short commuter water taxis often cost under $10 per passenger. Longer vehicular crossings to islands typically range from $20 to over $100 depending on the size of the vehicle, the number of passengers, and peak seasonal pricing.

How to shrink wrap a boat?

To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Michigan, check the 34 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.

What is a marine survey?

A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Michigan, MarinaAtlas indexes 34 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.