EXPLORE THE PRIDE OF CASSVILLE FERRY

The Cassville Car Ferry awaits visitors for a fun way to cross the Mississippi River. Take a ride on the Pride of Cassville and visualize a twenty-three-year-old Nelson Dewey and his first trip across the Mississippi to reach the little village that was envisioned to become the first Capital of the Wisconsin territory. The ferry served the early settlement as far back as 1836 and was powered by horses working on a treadmill. Though horses have been replaced, it continues today making the same trip back and forth across the mighty river.

The Cassville Car Ferry connects two National Scenic By-Ways; the Wisconsin Great River Road and the Iowa Great River Road. The ferry landing is located on the upper end of Riverside Park. Discover Cassville, this unique "Treasure on the Mississippi!"

Connecting two

National Scenic Byways

Yes, pets are allowed to ride on the ferry!
NO glass allowed
Weather and water levels change often, which can affect ferry operation
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Days of operations

River Conditions Permitting

First Friday in May – Memorial Day: Friday, Saturday & Sunday Only
Memorial Day to Labor Day: Seven days a week
Labor Day to last Sunday in October: Friday, Saturday & Sunday Only
Last day of Operation: Last Sunday in October

Hours of operations

10:00am to 8:00pm

Last trip from WI is at 7:20pm
Last pick-up from Iowa is at 7:40pm
Ferry Runs On Demand
Push button at either landing to signal Ferry

$5.00 - Walk-On Passenger (kids ride free) | Bicycle
$10.00 - Motorcycle
$15.00 - Vehicles | UTV
Others (based on length) $30-$50
Tour/School Bus - $2.00/person with a $50 minimum
$50.00 - Semi or similar Vehicle
$55.00 - 4-Punch Card
$150.00 - 12-Punch Card
$200.00 - 20-Punch Card

FAQs

What time will the Ferry be at the WI or IA landing?

The Ferry Runs on demand. Push button at either landing to signal Ferry.

How long of a ride is a one-way trip?

Approximately 15-20 minutes.

How deep is the River?

9 ft minimum

Directions to the Car Ferry from Cassville:

Take State Hwy 133 south to Crawford St., turn west towards the river. Turn right at the Riverside Park boat landing; follow the road to the upper park to the Ferry Landing.

Enter 35998 Oak Road, Turkey River, IA into your navigational app to find the Iowa Ferry Landing.

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Directions to the Car Ferry from Iowa:

Take Hwy 52 to Millville. Turn onto C9Y. Watch for the electrical substation and directional signs. The gravel road leads to the Turkey River boat landing, where the Ferry picks up passengers.

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