Ferry Boat History: From Canoes to Ferries

The transportation of people and freight continues today, as it has for over 150 years. The wooden steamers of yesterday have given rise to the steel hulled diesel-powered vessels of today. Madeline Island Ferry Line continues the long distinguished tradition of providing ferry service between Madeline Island and Bayfield.

1. The Water Highway
2. The Bayfield to La Pointe Connection
3. Winter Crossings
4. Today’s Ferry
5. Madeline Island Ferry Line Fleet