The Government of Yukon operates 2 ferries in the territory. Both ferries are free.
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You can find the most up-to-date information on both ferries using 511 Yukon.
George Black ferry in Dawson
This ferry connects the North Klondike Highway and the Top of the World Highway across the Yukon River.
Status
The ferry is currently open for the season.
The ferry runs from mid-May to mid-October, depending on weather conditions.
The last expected sailing for this year is Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
Schedule
The ferry runs between 7 am and 11 pm.
- Users line up on a 1st-come, 1st-served basis. There are no reservations.
- You can ride the ferry on foot, bicycle or in your vehicle.
- A crossing takes 6 to 7 minutes.
- You may have to wait slightly longer in the morning and evening due to heavier traffic volumes.
Restrictions
RVs and other oversized vehicles can use the ferry. The wait time may be longer depending on the demand.
You can bring confined or leashed animals on the ferry.
Pelly Barge in Ross River
This ferry connects the Canol Road across the Pelly River.
Status
The Pelly Barge ferry in Ross River is open.
The ferry runs from the 1st week of June to the 2nd Tuesday of October, depending on weather conditions.
Road conditions
There's flooding at kilometre 60 of the North Canol Road. You can still access the road, but it may be difficult to navigate.
The road is open past the Caribou Creek Bridge (kilometre 320) on the North Canol Road. Crews are doing repairs to the road in the area, but it is now passable
Schedule
The ferry runs 7 days a week from:
- 8 am to 12 pm; and
- 1 pm to 5 pm.
How to use the ferry
- Users line up on a 1st-come, 1st-served basis. There are no reservations.
- You can only ride the ferry in your vehicle.
- A crossing takes 3 to 4 minutes.
Restrictions
RVs and other oversized vehicles can use the ferry. The weight limit for your vehicle is 25,400 kilograms.
You can bring confined or leashed animals on the ferry.