RANGER III Passenger Ferry

2026 Reservation Processing Delayed

If staffing limitations continue, 2026 Ranger III reservations will not be processed until April 2026.

 

• RANGER III Schedule
• RANGER III Fares
• RANGER III Availability
• RANGER III FAQs

Welcome Aboard

The Ranger III is a 165 foot long, 34 feet wide, 648 ton passenger vessel. All service departs from Houghton, Michigan and travels to either Rock Harbor or Windigo on Isle Royale. All transporation to and from Isle Royale is passengers only. All vehicles are parked on the mainland.

 

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  RANGER III Reservations

  Reserve seats aboard RANGER III.

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  RANGER III Schedule

  RANGER III generally travels to Isle Royale Tuesdays and Fridays and returns Wednesdays and Saturdays.

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  RANGER III Fares

  How much does it cost to travel aboard RANGER III?

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  RANGER III Parking & Departure Info

  Know what to expect when departing aboard RANGER III from Houghton or Rock Harbor, MI.

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  Entrance Fees and Passes

  Learn the basics about Isle Royale fees and passes.

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  Keweenaw Waterway Cruises

  Discover the Keweenaw Waterway aboard RANGER III. A couple of trips occur every summer on Thursdays.

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  Transporting Canoes, Kayaks, or Boats

  Find out specific information that is helpful when making a boat, canoe, or kayak transportation reservation.

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  RANGER III Past, Present, & Future

  Dive into the history of this more than 60 years old vessel. What came before? What will come next?

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  RANGER III Frequently Asked Questions

  Is your common question answered here?

 

Accessibility

NPS vessels strive to be accessible. Ranger III is more than 60 years old with nautical designs predating ADA legislation. Please inform staff when making reservations to facilitate assistance. Ranger III crew will gladly assist with loading and unloading up and down gangplanks. On the lower deck, restrooms are accessible.