Cruise Lake Michigan at sunset on a 410-foot historic car ferry

LUDINGTON, MI – Watching a sunset over Lake Michigan from the deck of this historic car ferry is a rare experience that will be offered four times in 2025.

Coastal cruises on the SS Badger offer spectacular views, live entertainment, food and a bar. The onboard gift shop, cinema, museum and lounge areas are also open for these excursions.

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All four sunset cruises embark from Ludington and sail along the eastern shore of Lake Michigan, offering coastal views and sunset views over the water. Passengers begin boarding at 8:30 p.m. and the ship departs from 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m

Here is the schedule:

• Wednesday, June 18 ($60 per person)

• Friday, July 4th ($72 per person)

• Wednesday, July 23 ($60 per person)

• Wednesday, August 20 ($60 per person)

Entertainment and themes for the events were not announced.

Additionally, four afternoon coastal cruises are scheduled from Manitowoc, Wisconsin, on Saturdays, June 14, July 19, August 2 and August 16. Passengers board at 1:30 p.m. and sail from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Topics and entertainment were not announced. The cost is $60 per person; Children up to 4 years old have free entry.

All coastal cruises sail rain or shine.

Click here to book. Space is limited. Tickets are non-refundable.

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The SS Badger car ferry provides maritime service between Ludington and Manitowoc, Wisconsin, with daily round-trip service May through October.

The year 2025 will mark the 72nd anniversary of the SS Badger. It is the last operating coal-fired passenger steamer in the United States. The 410-foot-long ship was recognized as a National Historic Landmark in 2016. It was originally designed to transport railcars across Lake Michigan.