Lachine Canal National Historic Site of Canada

The Towpath

Beneath the trees lies the path&
© Parks Canada / Jean Audet / 168/IN/PR7/SPO-00109

Here, the multi-purpose path retraces the old path once used by horses to tow ships from Montréal to Lachine. This section of the path, lined with tall trees and completely separated from car traffic, extends more than five kilometres. It is very popular among recreationers.