Search the maze, not the Ferry dock
The player discussion about being unable to finish the route identifies the maze as the real blocker. A broader community key list narrows the demo landmark to a white shoe with ammunition nearby. Sweep the ground around that landmark for the pickup prompt.
What happens after you use the key
A full recorded playthrough shows the Ferry carrying the player toward Fossil Ridge Resort. At the far side, the visible control calls the Ferry back. This helps distinguish the travel control from the missing key that unlocks the earlier route.
If the white-shoe landmark is missing
The exact description comes from demo-era community evidence. Search adjacent maze branches and check the current objective before restarting. If the current build moved the item, do not rely on the old landmark as a guaranteed coordinate.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Ferry key in Clawed?
Demo reports place it in the maze near a white shoe and ammunition.
Is the Ferry key at the dock?
The documented blocker is a ground pickup in the maze, not the far-side Ferry recall button.
How do I call the Ferry back?
Recorded gameplay shows a control at the far side that returns the Ferry after the trip.