Dorena-Hickman Ferry Is Open

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Kentucky Transportation Cabinet • District 1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact: Carrie Dillard
270-898-2431 (office)
270-519-8184 (cell)
carrie.dillard@ky.gov

Dorena-Hickman Ferry Is Open

PADUCAH, Ky. (Mar. 2, 2025) — The Dorena-Hickman Ferry is open today, March 2, following a temporary closure due to high water levels.

The ferry is operating on its regular winter schedule. The last run from Kentucky is 4:15 p.m. and from Missouri, 4:30 p.m. The ferry accepts cash only.

Motorists may check on the ferry’s operating status by calling (731) 693-0210 or by visiting https://www.facebook.com/DorenaHickmanFerry/.

The Dorena-Hickman Ferry connects KY 1354 at Hickman, Kentucky, with Missouri Route A and Route 77 near Dorena, Missouri.

In addition to providing a critical transportation link between Kentucky and Missouri for daily commuters and farmers, the ferry serves as a tourist attraction for the region and provides a convenient route between Southeast Missouri and the popular fishing and recreation areas around nearby Reelfoot Lake in Northwest Tennessee.

The Dorena-Hickman Ferry Operates from the Hickman Landing with regular river crossings during daylight hours. The toll for passenger vehicles is $20 with additional tolls for trucks, motor homes, and vehicles pulling trailers. There are discounts for vehicles making return crossings.  A complete fare list is available via the ferry's Facebook page listed above.

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