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Washington Island is Wisconsin's largest island
Washington Island is 36 square miles. If you don't have a boat or personal aircraft you will need to take the car ferry from Gills Rock. The car ferry leaves from Northport dock and takes you on a 7 mile journey across Lake Michigan.
In the Picture to the left, you can see a car ferry leaving Washington Island. This picture was taken from another ferry during its arrival.
 The Car Ferry
This video show how exciting the ferry ride can be. Lake Michigan is a bit wavy in the video. Most rides aren't quite as choppy.
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This Washington Island video has a different perspective. Actually leaving and heading back to the mainland. This trip is much more typical.
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Camping at the Airport
An Island Overview
This video explains it best. You can get on the Cherry Train and see most of the island in an hour and 1/2.
If you want to visit Rock Island State Park, you need to come through Washington Island first.
