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Harrop Cable Ferry

Last updated on August 21, 2026

The Harrop ferry runs across Kootenay River, on Highway 3A, 24.5 kilometres northeast of Nelson and 8 kilometres west of Balfour to the communities of Harrop and Procter (on the south bank).

Harrop Cable Ferry

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Map of the Harrop ferry that runs across Kootenay River, on Highway 3A, 24.5 kilometres northeast of Nelson and 8 kilometres west of Balfour to the communities of Harrop and Procter (on the south bank).

Download inland ferry maps and information (PDF, 2.8MB, Updated 2023)

Ferry capacity:

Ferry capacity is 24 vehicles and 48 passengers. The maximum load capacity of the vessel is 141,400 kg.

Crossing time: 5 minutes

Service hours:

On demand, 24 hours

Live Highway Cams

Harrop Ferry Landing North View

Harrop Ferry Landing on the south side of Kootenay Lake, looking north.

Harrop Ferry Landing Northbound

Harrop Ferry Landing, on south side of Kootenay Lake, looking at the north side landing.

Harrop Ferry North Landing 

Harrop Ferry Landing, looking south at northbound line-up.

Contact information

Western Pacific Marine

Office
250-229-5650
Fax
250-229-5679