S.S. Badger Lake Michigan Carferry Service

About

2018 Sailing Season: May 11 - October 14. The S.S. BADGER has provided a fun, reliable and affordable mini-cruise across beautiful Lake Michigan for more than 60 years Big Ship, More Fun! http://www.ssbadger.com/schedule-fares/

Story

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 60 years and has transported millions of passengers since her re-birth in 1992. In 2016 she received the nation’s highest historic honor when the Department of Interior officially designated the Badger as a National Historic Landmark. Additionally, the Badger is extremely unique in that she is an NHL that moves.

The 410ft. S.S. BADGER can accommodate 600 passengers and 180 vehicles, including; RVs, motorcycles, motor coaches, and commercial trucks during her sailing season. Originally designed primarily to transport railroad cars, this grand ship and the people who serve her have successfully adapted to the changing world since she first entered service in 1953.

Her unique and bold character takes you back to a period of time when things were simpler – offering valuable time to slow down, relax…and reconnect with those you love. She is the continuation of a unique and vital maritime tradition, and we celebrate that heritage on board in fun ways that educate, and entertain. Her mission has changed from the days of carrying railroad cars 365 days a year, and the Badger’s role in the hearts of the areas she serves has not.

The Badger’s commitment to a fun experience offers traditional favorites including free Badger Bingo, free movies and satellite television, lounge areas, a toddler play area; free limited Wi-Fi, onboard gift shop, an arcade, private staterooms, two separate food service areas, two bars, and sprawling outside decks for lounging or walking. Perhaps a romantic night crossing is more fitting for your style with spectacular sunsets and sparkling constellations for stargazers - making the Badger experience extra special.

A trip aboard the S.S. Badger offers passengers fun & treasured memories. Professional travelers have shared their experiences aboard the Badger with the world and this grand ship has received great praise. The Badger was awarded in 2015 & 2016 a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor and has a five star rating with Travelocity!

The Badger experience allows a rare opportunity to explore a little history - and a lot of fun by taking a step back into the past on a journey that’s as important as the destination! Slow down, relax and reconnect on the Big Ship, More Fun!

From mid-May to mid-October the Badger sails daily between Manitowoc, WI and Ludington, MI Located about an hour from Milwaukee, WI and Muskegon, MI. For additional information, call (800) 841-4243 or visit www.ssbadger.com

Mission

Steaming into the future, share in the Badger experience and heritage in fun ways that educate and entertain. Big Ship, More Fun!

Products

Offering a wide variety of modern amenities for all ages, the four-hour mini-cruise can be as relaxing or busy as you want it to be.

- Spacious outside decks for walking or lounging
- The Upper Deck Cafe features buffet-style dining
- The Badger Galley, a deli-style snack bar
- The Portside Bar, a full service cocktail bar
- The Badger Boatique Gift Shop
- Video Arcade and Kids Port Playroom
- Free Badger Bingo and other live entertainment
- Free movie lounge
- Two TV lounges featuring free satellite television
- Four lounges with a variety of seating
- Private staterooms for relaxing or sleeping