Relax aboard a historic steamship car ferry. Over 2.5 million passengers served, connecting Manitowoc WI to Ludington MI. Explore the SS Badger today.

S.S. Badger's Departure and Arrival Schedules Spring: May 15th-June 18th Summer: June 19th-September 7th Fall: September 8th- October 11th Ludington is Eastern Time (ET) while Manitowoc is …

Fares S.S. Badger's Fares for 2026 Passenger fares are separate from vehicle fares. Children under the age of 16 sailing aboard the S.S. Badger must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations …

The S.S. Badger has ample space for large vehicles such as RVs, trailers, buses, semi-trucks, and oversized loads. Reservations for RV’s, trailers, and oversized vehicles are highly recommended.

Explore our rich history and commitment to providing memorable journeys across Lake Michigan. Dive into the story of SS Badger today!

The S.S. Badger is the last coal-fired passenger steamship in operation in the United States. She has provided a fun, reliable and affordable shortcut across beautiful Lake Michigan for more than 70 …

The result were the Spartan (1952) and the Badger (1953), the last two steam-operated carferries built to operate on the Great Lakes. Today, the Badger is the last of the ferries that began in 1875. …

Contact Us Get in Touch with SS Badger 1-800-841-4243 info@ssbadger.com 701 Maritime Drive, Ludington, MI 49431

– After a busy off season, the much-anticipated start of the SS Badger’s season is only days away. With several noticeable upgrades for 2025, the Badger will kick off her 72nd year when she officially sets …

Interlake is excited to add these ships to its growing fleet. The company has over a century of experience when it comes to maritime transportation and aims to use it to bring the S.S. Badger to its …