Port Kent to Ferry

[margo]

When we arrive at PRK, do we walk to the ferry pier? It seems close, but on a "main" street. I see it is a car ferry but I assume pedestrians can ride too. Is this correct? Thank you.

 

[PerRock]

Depending on your luggage, I'd walk. Although from my understanding, it is a bit of a downhill, I'd walk on the "town side" of the road, as it looks like there is more space off the road. There isn't any else down that road besides the marina/ferry, traffic should be fairly light. This Bing Birdseye view gives a good idea of the slope & space.

An Adult Passenger ticket is $8 per their website

peter

 

[margo]

Thank you very much. We're seniors (70's, but fit). It's our first visit to this area. We love Amtrak and this forum.

 

[the_traveler]

There is no "town side" - there is not even a town!

When you get off the Adirondack, walk the few feet to the road crossing, then walk the road downhill to the ferry dock. Total distance - less than 200 yards!

Yes, the ferry also carries just passengers.

Be aware that the ferry stops operating, and the Adirondack discontinues stopping in Port Kent, for the season in September!

 

[oregon pioneer]

Thanks for the question and info! I am considering going to Burlington that way in 2018. I went across that ferry many times as a child, usually on my way to Ausable Chasm (a lovely natural feature and tourist attraction). I saw the train tracks on the NY side, but have never ridden that train.

 

[margo]

Thank you. I think the ferry stops Sept 24. We'll be there Sept 19.

 

[PVD]

check the Lake Champlain Ferries website, it will have the most up to date info and schedule.

 

[chakk]

The ferry ride is a true delight and worth the time to ride it to or from Burlington.