Canby ferry hours and guide
Clackamas County Transportation Maintenance (Clackamas County) runs the Canby ferry, a car and walk-on ferry across the Willamette River between Canby and Wilsonville, Oregon. The Canby ferry ride takes about 5 minutes. The ferry has no set schedule: the crew crosses as needed during posted hours.
Schedule up to date as of October 26, 2026
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Canby ferry hours
| Days | Posted hours |
|---|---|
| Daily | 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM1 |
- The ferry crosses as needed, with no set schedule. It closes when the Willamette River is at 70 feet or higher, and for special events.
Changes to the posted hours
| Dates | Change | Posted hours |
|---|---|---|
| November 3, 2026 | Closed for routine maintenance | Closed |
| November 11, 2026; November 11, 2027 | Closed for Veterans Day | Closed |
| November 26, 2026; November 25, 2027 | Closed for Thanksgiving | Closed |
| December 25, 2026; December 25, 2027 | Closed for Christmas | Closed |
| January 1, 2027 | Closed for New Year's Day | Closed |
| January 18, 2027 | Closed for Martin Luther King Day | Closed |
| February 15, 2027 | Closed for Presidents Day | Closed |
| July 4, 2027 | Closed for the Fourth of July | Closed |
The Canby ferry closes on New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, the Fourth of July, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Canby ferry fares
| Fare type | Fare |
|---|---|
| Passengers and small vehicles | |
| Motorcycle, bicycle or pedestrian | $3.00 |
| Vehicles | |
| 1-space vehicle, up to 22 feet | $5.00 |
| 2-space vehicle, 22 to 44 feet | $10.00 |
| 3-space vehicle, over 44 feet | $15.00 |
| 6-space vehicle, using the whole ferry | $30.00 |
| Punch passes | |
| 20 crossings, motorcycle, bicycle or pedestrian | $55.00 |
| 20 crossings, 1-space vehicle | $80.00 |
- All fares are one way. The Canby ferry takes cash and checks, and no debit or credit cards. Clackamas County sells punch passes online by card.
Canby ferry details
| Operator | Clackamas County Transportation Maintenance |
|---|---|
| Crossing time | About 5 minutes |
| Vessel | The MV M.J. Lee II, in service since , carries 6 cars or 25 tons and 43 people, crew included. |
| Vehicles | Cars, pickups and trailers, priced by the spaces they take. A vehicle over 44 feet takes 3 spaces. |
| Reservations | Not taken. The crew crosses as needed. |
| Payment | Cash or check at the ferry. Punch passes sell online by debit or credit card. |
| Bicycles | Carried at the motorcycle, bicycle and pedestrian fare |
Canby ferry landings in Canby and Wilsonville
The Canby ferry's south landing is on the Canby side of the Willamette River, and its north landing is on the Wilsonville side. Clackamas County's ferry page gives map directions to each landing, from Canby and from Wilsonville.
Canby ferry closures and river levels
The Canby ferry closes when the Willamette River is at 70 feet or higher, and for special events. Clackamas County posts closures on its ferry page and sends Canby ferry updates by email to riders who sign up. The Canby Ferry Information Line, 503-650-3030, gives the current status.
Canby ferry FAQs
Is the Canby ferry open today?
The Canby ferry box at the top of this page shows whether the ferry is open now, from Clackamas County's posted hours and closures. The Canby Ferry Information Line, 503-650-3030, gives the current status.
Does the Canby ferry take credit cards?
The Canby ferry takes cash and checks, and no debit or credit cards. Clackamas County sells punch passes online by card.
How long is the Canby ferry ride?
The Canby ferry crosses the Willamette River in about 5 minutes. The crew runs as needed, with no set schedule.
When does the Canby ferry close for high water?
The Canby ferry closes when the Willamette River level is at 70 feet or higher.