Locally referred to as The French Connection, the Ste. Genevieve – Modoc Ferry is a quick connection between Sainte Genevieve, Missouri and southern Illinois. From Illinois, the ferry provides a direct access to the shops, restaurants and historic sites of French Colonial Sainte Genevieve. From Ste. Genevieve, the ferry offers a quick route to Fort de Chartres, Pierre Menard Home and Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Parks – as well as other interesting attractions in Southern Illinois. The ferry also provides a direct route for area truckers, farmers and industries, and is the official crossing point for bicyclists enjoying the Great River Road or the Mississippi River Bicycle Trail.

For current open or closed status call the Ste. Genevieve Welcome Center at  573-880-6970

Operating Schedule

• Monday-Thursday  —  CLOSED
• Friday-Saturday  —  6:00 am – 5:30 pm
• Sunday  —  9:00 am – 5:30 pm
• Riders must be at landing by 5:00 pm for last ride of the day