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The Los Ebanos Ferry is the only remaining hand drawn ferry that crosses the Rio Grande. Three cars may cross one time, and visitors may join the crew to ride the ferry and help pull the rope. The unpaved road on the Mexican side leads to the town of Diaz Ordaz. Located west of Mission on US 83 to FM 886, then south three miles to town of Los Ebanos. This ferry does not operate at night.
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LOS EBANOS FERRY MARKER
Apparently this is an ancient ford. First recorded usage was by Spanish Explorers and colonists under Jose De Escandon in 1740s on the Rio Grande. A salt trail led from here to El Sal Del Rey (40 mi NE). The Ford was used by mexican war troops. 1846, by Texas Rangers chasing cattle rustlers. 1874, by smugglers in many eras, especially during the American prohibition years, 1920s and 30s. The ferry and inspection station were established in 1950. Named for the ebony trees here. This is known as the only government licensed, hand pulled ferry on any boundary of the United States.
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