Hop Aboard The Last Ferry Boat In Arkansas For An Unforgettable Adventure
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Carol Ann Carson
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The Peel Ferry is one piece of Arkansas history that guarantees an unforgettable adventure. The little excursion is the perfect excuse to just take a moment and enjoy the simple things, from the breeze off the lake to the calm chugging of the barge. Let’s relax and take a trip on the last ferry boat in the state.
The Peel Ferry carries passengers between different shores on Bull Shoals Lake.
This particular photo was taken during the dedication of the ferry's new barge. The local firefighters created the rainbow using their sprayers.
This particular photo was taken during the dedication of the ferry's new barge. The local firefighters created the rainbow using their sprayers.
Arkansas used to have 17 ferries. By 1968, it dropped to four. The developing highway system and bridges knocked the others out of business.
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In 2011, the Peel Ferry was upgraded with two new tugboats.
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Some folks use the ferry for commuting to work, others just enjoy the round trip.
This is also a lovely scenic route to Branson, MO. A ferry ride bests Hwy. 65 any day.
The ferry is free and runs during daylight hours. To get there, just drive 30 miles north of Yellville on Hwy. 125.
Do you remember the other ferries of Arkansas? Like Spring Bank, Toad Suck, Guion, or Moro Bay? Reminisce your ferry rides with us in the comments below!
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