The Fleet
Our Historic Vessels
Two all-wooden, double-sternwheel paddle boats. Meet the Roaring Bull V and the Falcon III.
Vessel One
The Roaring Bull
Named after the Roaring Bull a legendary set of rapids on the Susquehanna this vessel embodies the rugged spirit of the river itself.
With its distinctive double stern paddle wheels churning through the current, the Roaring Bull carries passengers and vehicles across the milewide crossing just as wooden ferries have for over two centuries.
Vessel Two
The Falcon
Swift and dependable, the Falcon is the perfect counterpart to the Roaring Bull. Whether you’re making a quick crossing or soaking in the scenery on a weekend afternoon, the Falcon delivers the same timeless, paddle-powered experience.
Engineering
What Is a Double Stern-Wheel Paddle Boat?
Unlike modern propeller-driven boats, our ferries are powered by two large paddle wheels at the stern (back) of the vessel. These wheels rotate through the water, pushing the boat forward with a slow, steady force.
It’s an engineering design that dates back to American river navigation in the 1800s. And on the Millersburg Ferry, it’s not a museum exhibit, it’s the real thing, working every day of our operating season.