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Wheatland Ferry

Wheatland Road, Yamhill, OR
503-588-7979
Ranked #1 of 3 attractions in Yamhill
5.0 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012

In addition to being the only way across the river for more than 10 miles in either direction, this little ferry is a fun way to travel. Crossing takes a few minutes - enough time for the kids to climb out of the car and watch the water. The loading area on both sides has lots to look at while... More

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Amity, Oregon
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012

Call ahead to check if it's running! The best way to get to Keizer or Woodburn from the West Willamette Valley!

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Medford
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2009
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The Wheatland Ferry came as a nice surprise while we were making a trip from Salem to McMinnville via a lesser known route, picked out by our GPS (which did not indicate the ferry). We expected nothing more interesting than the usual bridge, and were surprised to find this memorial of times past in full operation. An underwater cable pulls... More

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435 reviews 435 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2008
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About 10 miles north of Salem, there is a fun little car ferry that crosses the Willamette River. It is a very short ride, about 2-3 minutes, and is located in a scenic area. From Salem, go north on River Road or Hwy 221; from I-5 take Brooks exit to Wheatland. Cost is just $2. There has been a ferry... More

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