The Trent Severn Waterway is a national treasure. As a federal park that is maintained and managed by Parks Canada it is home to some of the best recreational boating and is one of the finest interconnected systems of navigation in the world.
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*Stretches 386 km from Lake Ontario’s Bay of Quinte to Port Severn on Georgian Bay with over 4500 km of shoreline. |
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*Home to the World’s two highest hydraulic lift locks; located in Peterborough and Kirkfield |
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*The World’s highest point of fresh water elevation from which you can circumnavigate the globe is located in the beautiful town of Coboconk. |
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* 36 conventional locks help you traverse the changing water elevation as well as the Big Chute Marine Railway, a truly unique boating experience. |
Native Canadians and voyageurs first travelled the waterway for commerce and trade. These early trade routes were enhanced by engineers with the first locks being built in 1835. The locks are situated in a beautiful park-like setting and most are proximate to small, inviting communities. The Trent Severn Waterway is an engineering marvel, is historically relevant and geographically fascinating. A great experience to capture for the kids when they return to school and write about “What I Did This Summer”.
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