Glade Cable Ferry

Last updated on August 21, 2026

The Glade cable ferry runs across the Kootenay River on Highway 3A (22.5 kilometres west of Nelson) to Glade.

Glade cable ferry

Map of the Glade cable ferry that runs across the Kootenay River on Highway 3A (22.5 kilometres west of Nelson) to Glade.

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

Ferry capacity:

Ferry capacity is 10 vehicles and 48 passengers. The maximum load capacity of the vessel is 63,500 kg.

Crossing time: 3 minutes

Service hours:

On demand

5 am to 2:20 am

Live Highway Cams

Glade Ferry Terminal - N

Glade Ferry Terminal - W

Glade Ferry Terminal - E

Safety Information

B.C. Inland Ferries Safety

Contact information

Western Pacific Marine

Office
250-229-5650

Fax
250-229-5679

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