The Merv Hardie ferry waits for a new day - 1 AM on
a June morning
Photo: John Squires
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The GNWT Department of Transportation (DoT) operates ferries on Highways 1, 3, and 8.
The Ferry Service operates out of the Fort Simpson and Inuvik regions, with support from the Highways Division.
On this page, you will find information on ferry openings and closings, operating times, and other information of interest.
You can also find information on the NWT's road and ferry system at the NWT Road and Campground Guide. |
Ferries in the NWT can close with little or no notice due to water levels, debris, or other factors. Caution should be used on landings and approaches. Always check road bulletins before travelling to ensure ferries on your route are operating normal hours.
When driving on and off a ferry, use caution on the landings and approaches as they may be soft. Decks can be slippery, so use caution if you exit your vehicle.
Ferries
Lafferty (Hwy 1 near Fort Simpson)
Johnny Berens (Hwy 1 at Camsell Bend)
Merv Hardie (Hwy 3 near Fort Providence)
Abraham Francis (Hwy 8 near Fort McPherson)
Louis Cardinal (Hwy 8 near Tsiighethic)
Open and close dates Ferry System
Highway 1
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Current Status:
The Liard River Ferry Crossing on Highway 1 is closed for the season |
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Highway 1
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Current Status:
The Ndulee Ferry Crossing on Highway 1 is closed for the season.
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Highway 3
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Current Status:
The Merv Hardie Ferry on Highway 3 at the Dory Pt crossing near Fort Providence is operating regular scheduled hours from 6am to 12 midnight daily. Travellers are advised that the ferry service could be interrupted or delayed due to fog and/or ice conditions that may require shut-down with little or no notice.
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Highway 8
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Highway 8
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The Louis Cardinal Ferry Crossing near Tsiigehtchic is closed for the season |
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FERRY LOAD WIDTH AND HEIGHT LIMITS TO NOTE (When operating at full capacity):
Merv Hardie:
Max load: 187,000kg
Max width of load: 6m
Max height of load: 5.8m
Lafferty:
Max width of load: 6.5m
Max load: 78,000kg
Johnny Berens:
Max width of load: 5.9m
Max load: 48,500kg
Louis Cardinal:
Max width of load: 5.67m
Max height of load: 5.9m
Abraham Francis:
Max width of load: 5.9m
Max load 64,000kg
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