Lock C-8

Lock C-8 is located in the outskirts of the town of Fort Edward, two miles from Lock C-7. The first of three scenic locks (Locks C-8-C-11) for northbound boaters, the lower side of this lock makes a good place to stop and have lunch. On the upper side of the lock, be sure to take a look at the cows and the picturesque background to the south of the canal. The lock raises and lowers boats 11 feet, from 129 feet to 140 feet above sea level Services Offered
Hudson Falls, a short distance west of Lock C-8, offers a full array of amenities to the cruiser. The Feeder Canal Park, off of Burgoyne Avenue, contains an interesting group of historic locks.

Season And Hours Open
May 1 – May 25 – 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

May 26 – Sept. 7 – 7:00 am – 10:00 pm

Sept. 8 – Nov. 15 – 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Note: Hours of operation may change from season to season. For current hours of operation, contact the New York State Canal Corporation at 1-800-4CANAL4 or http://www.nyscanals.gov

Additional Notes
For current News, Notices, and Alerts, please visit the website at http://www.canals.ny.gov/news/notices/index.shtml

TOLLS, PASSES & PERMITS

All motorized recreational vessels passing through any lock or lift bridge on the Canal System must purchase either a Seasonal Pass, a Ten-Day Pass or a Two-Day Pass. Information on fees and how to obtain a pass can be found at http://www.canals.ny.gov/exvac/boating/bctolls.html or by calling Canal Corporation Headquarters (between 8:00 am – 4:00 pm) at (518) 436-2799.

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Lock C-8

Latitude: 43.2816106 Longitude: -73.5595286 Elevation: 126 ft

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