Lock C-5

Lock C-5 is just north of Schuylerville on the Hudson River and 14.3 miles from Lock C-4. This lock is unusual as it is the site of two locks, the current Champlain Canal Lock 5 (Hudson River) and a junction lock that once connected the modern Champlain Canal and the former Champlain Canal which ran through the heart of Schuylerville. The junction lock no longer operates but is worth a look if you are interested in the canal’s history. Services Offered
Lock C-5 Canal Park. View the remains of an old lock and wander through the powerhouse which is truly a mini-museum with restored equipment, photographs, and memorabilia. A tour boat, offering canal rides, operates from the end of the northwest terminal wall. Potable water, Restrooms, Picnicking

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.

Fees
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Comments
When passing through, be sure to visit Hudson Crossing Park, centered on the Lock C5 island. See the Play Garden, picnic in the pavilion, admire a replica of the old Locketender’s Shanty, and walk the trails to the restored Dix Bridge (a bike, snowmobile, and pedestrian crossing over the Hudson to Washington County). Include a stroll on the Riverwalk Sensory Trail to hear more about the history and ecology of the park using hand cranked audio boxes.

Cindy, 3/13/2015

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Lock C-5

Latitude: 43.1121331 Longitude: -73.5777032 Elevation: 100 ft

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Season And Hours Open

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

Facilities And Services

"The Birthplace of the American Navy", Whitehall is a small scenic village located at the northern terminus of the Champlain Canal. It offers a full array of amenities, including groceries, laundry, restaurants, picnic sites, museums, golf and more. Take some time to wander and explore the history of the area at the Skenesborough Museum.

Contact Information

Lockmaster
518-695-3919
518-695-3919 (Fax)
121 Route 4N
Schuylerville, NY 12871 US

Fees

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