Lock Nos. 1 and 2 at the Lachine Canal National Historic Site

Located right in the heart of Montreal, the Lachine Canal runs 14.5 km from the Old Port to Lake Saint-Louis. Much more than an inland waterway, the canal is an accessible urban park that leads you through the city’s must-see attractions, breathtaking views of the skyline and more than 150 years of industrial and navigational history.

The eastern entry point to the Lachine Canal is situated in the Old Port of Montreal, an area known for its European charm and appeal. Wander along Old Montreal’s cobblestone streets and browse in the neighbourhood’s numerous boutiques and art galleries. Experience unparalleled dining and cuisine at the local bistros and restaurants or enjoy a glass of wine on Place Jacques-Cartier’s pleasant patios, where street performers add music to the mix. End the evening on a high note by attending a major event at downtown Montreal’s Place des Festivals – just an easy metro ride away. Services Offered
During the operating season, lockage services are offered to boaters navigating the Lachine Canal. Day and night docking is also available at the Parks Canada wharfs located upstream from Lock No. 1 in Old Montreal.

Season And Hours Open
Every year, from mid-May to mid-October. Visit the Parks Canada Website for the detailed Hours of Operation.

Additional Notes
The Lachine Canal is 14.5 km long and boats navigate through a 14-m difference in water levels. There are five locks in the canal and the minimum transit time is 3 hours from one entry point to the other. Please note that the overhead clearance on the Lachine Canal is 2.4 m (8 feet) and that the draught is 2 m (6 feet, 6 inches) deep. At Lock Nos. 1 and 5, be sure to arrive at least 30 minutes before the last lockage.

Tolls, Passes and Permits

Single lockage, single lockage & return, and one day permits for locks along Parks Canada’s historic canals are available only in facilities located along waterways as well as at boat shows taking place in 2015.

Seasonal lockage and mooring permits, transit permits or six-day permits can be purchased online as well as at Parks Canada facilities on the historic canals. Visit the Parks Canada Website for the complete fees information.

For More Information

To learn more about how to travel across Canada aboard a private boat, visit the Visitors to Canada section on our website.

For boating technical facts, promotions, current news, events calendar and more, visit the Parks Canada Website at http://www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/qc/canallachine/index.aspx

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Lock Nos. 1 and 2 at the Lachine Canal National Historic Site

Latitude: 45.498724 Longitude: -73.55183 Elevation: 30 ft

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