Peterborough Lift Lock National Historic Site
A Canadian engineering marvel on the TrentSevern Waterway National Historic Site. Parks Canada welcomes you to visit the TrentSevern Waterway National Historic Site. This 386 km boating and paddling route, first opened in 1922, travels right through the heart of Peterborough and is connected by four historic lockstations in our own backyard. Bring your boat and discover the unique thrill of locking through, or plan a road trip to marvel at the worlds tallest hydraulic lift lock. Parks Canada staff are waiting to greet you and share more about this incredible ongoing chapter in Canadas history. Your story starts here!Annual operating season midMay to midOctober. Free to visit by land. Fees apply for transiting the locks, camping, and overnight mooring.
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