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a unique 2-hour cruise which includes "locking through" and being raised the 49
ft. elevation of the Niagara Escarpment (the same one that creates Niagara Falls)
in the only double set of locks on the Erie Canal. You will pass under bridges
that raise straight up, see water cascade over Lockport's famous "Flight of Five"
1840's locks, and travel through the solid walls of the "rock cut" as your Coast
Guard licensed captain describes the architecture, sights, and folklore along
the way. Bring
your camera, rain or shine, you'll enjoy your cruise as you wave to the folks
watching from the bridges or the joggers and bicyclists on the tow path. You can
salute your fellow "canalers"- a family fishing for bass, the crew of a sailboat,
passengers on a motor yacht, the captain of a tug, or scouts in canoes heading
for camp. Travel
is quiet and peaceful on the Erie Canal. For three wonderful seasons you'll see
nature at its best: fruit trees in bloom, beautiful wild flowers, the magnificent
colors of autumn, and Lockport's Memorial Tree Garden in Lowertown. Round-trip
cruises depart from Lockport's unique year round Canalside -- a 2-building complex
located dockside along the banks of the Grand Old Erie. Enjoy delicious homemade
food freshly prepared from highest quality ingredients in our Canalside Cafe &
Pub. Try our homemade soups. pastries, and delicious sandwiches on home-made bread
and rolls, fresh desserts and ice cream. In our Canalside Gift Shop, you will
find delightful Erie Canal, Lockport, and nautical gifts, clothing, and books.
Cruises
depart daily from May to November aboard Coast Guard inspected vessels that are
easily accessible and have clean restroom facilities. Snacks and licensed beverages
are available on board. Free parking right outside the door of our beautiful Lockport
Canalside.
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