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The Colsac III began
service in 2003. The Ferry pulls itself across Wisconsin River
between Merrimac and Okee using two large steel cables. The name
comes from the fact that it links Columbia and Sauk counties via
highway 113 . It carries approximately 200,000 vehicles a year.
Ferry service is open from April 15th through November 30th, 24hrs,
7 days a week, depending on conditions and is currently a free
service. You may take bikes, autos, trucks, etc., on the ferry but
you may wait awhile in long lines to board the ferry over the peak
travel weekends. (a single crossing takes about 10 minutes) You may
also walk on and enjoy the fresh air.
A ferry has crossed the Wisconsin River at Merrimac since the
mid-1800’s. In 1933, the ferry was taken over by the Wisconsin
Department of Transportation, and seasonal free ferry service has
been provided ever since. The Ferry Crossing is on the National
Register of Historic Places.
To reach the ferry crossing just follow Hwy. 113 south out of
Baraboo.
Related Links:
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Town Of Merrimac
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