Golden Gate Ferry seeks Angel Island route, fare hikes (Marin Independent Journal)

November 4, 2021

By Will Houston

Golden Gate Ferry wants to take over the only route from San Francisco to Angel Island State Park as soon as this month and could raise some fares by nearly 60%.

Under the fare proposal, a round-trip ticket for adults could increase from $19.50 to $31, which includes the $3 park entrance fee. The cost would fall to $18.50 if riders pay with a Clipper card.

Fares for children, seniors, Medicare recipients, groups and riders with disabilities would increase from $11 round trip to $17 under the proposal.

The Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation — a nonprofit that works to preserve the former immigration station that operated on the island in the early 20th century — lauded Golden Gate Ferry’s proposal to take over the service. (read more)