Each cruise offers a scenic tour around the lake, with historical narration included, and takes approximately 1.5 hours.
Public cruises schedule
Barbara J Concluded 2025 Summer Season Public Cruises
Barbara J cruising this summer began following extensive mechanical improvements including a new engine and several mechanical updates. Your patronage this summer was extraordinary and on behalf of our all-volunteer Barbara J Cruises organization, we “Thank You” for your patience and support.
The beautifully refurbished Barbara J has never looked better, nor has it been in better operational condition.
Public cruises are on Saturdays and Sundays
One cruise each day at 1:00.
Tickets
Cruise fares:
Adult
$15.00
Children 5 to 16
$5.00
Children under 5
FREE
You pay for the cruise as you board the boat. There are no advance reservations or tickets for the Summer public cruise season.
The Barbara J is docked at 1st Street in Conneaut Lake, by Ice House Park.
Please be at the dock 15 minutes before departure.
Public parking is limited on 1st St., near the boat.
However, parking is readily available on Water St. and at Fireman’s Beach.
Food and beverages are not provided by Barbara J Cruises
You are welcome to bring your own.