Bleriot Ferry, Cable ferry across Red Deer River in Drumheller Valley, Canada.
Bleriot Ferry is a cable-operated vessel that crosses the Red Deer River, connecting two sections of Highway 838 through the Alberta badlands. The simple ferry is pulled by steel cables anchored at both riverbanks and carries vehicles and pedestrians across during the warmer months.
Andre Bleriot established this ferry service in 1913, originally called Munson Ferry, to link Kneehill County with Starland County. The crossing has served as a vital link for communities in this remote region for over a century.
The crossing has become a gathering point where neighbors from both river banks meet and interact with each other. Visitors experience the unhurried pace of rural life here, where the journey itself provides time to chat with fellow travelers and watch the landscape pass by.
The ferry operates from late April through November during daylight hours and is free for all users. Check local conditions before your crossing, as water levels and weather can affect operations.
The ferry location offers a remarkable view of the badlands geological layers, revealing the various rock strata that shape this valley. The site sits along the North Dinosaur Trail, a route providing access to several paleontologically important locations.
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