The Canal System Opens in May 17, 2024

Come visit the Erie Canal in Lockport, New York

Boating season is starting soon! The Canal System opens for navigation on Friday, May 17, 2024 and will close Wednesday, October 16, 2024. The New York State Canal System has waived Tolls and fees for recreational vessels for 2024.

Lockport Locks & Erie Canal Cruises will begin tours on Monday, May 20th. “You’ll pass under Lockport's "Upside Down Bridge," Lockport's "Big Bridge" (the widest bridge in the U.S. at 399 feet wide), through the "deep rock cut" and under lift bridges. The lively narration by the Coast Guard Licensed Captains is also accompanied by crowd-pleasing canal music, popular during the 1800's.” Find their schedule, ticket pricing, and more on their website at: www.lockportlocks.com/

You can also find canoe and kayak rentals at Erie Canal Boat and Bike at www.eriecanalboatcompany.com/ Enjoy paddling or biking with the family and friends along New York’s friendliest water-trail! Rental season runs Mid May to September.