Lock Station Dates & Hours: the system usually opens around the Victoria Day weekend at the end of May and closes around the Canadian Thanksgiving in early October. The last day of operation for 2021 is 11th October. Lock hours vary with season and can be viewed on the official Rideau Canal site.
General Information
Number of Locks/Flights: #43-44 in flight
Lock Lift metres (feet): 5.9 (19.4)
Co-ordinates: 44.41283, -76.31338
Civic Address: 3000 Brewers Mills Road, Kingston, Ontario
Lock Station Phone: 613-539-6847
Portage: Yes
Boat launch: No
Kayak/Canoe Launch: Yes
Previous Lock(Distance): Jones Falls Locks (17.2)
Next Lock (Distance): Lower Brewers Lock (2.8)
Facilities
Parking: Yes (free)
Camping: Yes ($), if arriving by water and also for cyclists and hikers.
BBQ/Picnic Tables
Washrooms: Yes
Power Supply: Nothing dedicated but you can charge electronics I the washrooms (not secure)
Garbage/Recycling: Yes
Potable (Drinking) Water: Yes, but check with lock staff first.
Public Telephone: No
Other
Local Supplies: No
Hiking Trails: No
Cell Phone Reception
