Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site of Canada
Facilities and Services
Interpretive Program
Guided tours are available for a nominal fee.
© Parks Canada / Candace Ricci, Fall 2002
Learn with the staff at the Sault Ste. Marie Canal.
© Parks Canada / Candace Ricci, Fall 2002
Guided Tours and Education Programs
The Site offers a variety of tours that can accommodate each visitor's interests. The standard tour is the Technology Tour of the Historic Structures on the site, including the Powerhouse and the Emergency Swing Dam.
Please come and join us for a guided tour, a self-guided walk of the site, or a hike or stroll on the Attikamek Trail.
Visitor Centre
Interactive displays and fun for all ages.
© Parks Canada / Candace Ricci, Fall 2002
In the Administration Building you will find an exhibit depicting the themes of the Sault Canal. The heritage interpreters are on hand to answer any of your questions.
Hours of Operation
May 15, 2010 – June 27, 2010
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Monday to Friday
June 28, 2010 – September 6, 2010
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
7 days per week
September 7, 2010 – May 14, 2011
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Monday to Friday
Observation Deck
- Treat yourself to a panoramic view of the surrounding area from the observation deck, above the canalman's shelter.
- Telescope available
Access for Persons with Disabilities
Access Guides provide information about the services and facilities available to visitors with mobility, hearing and visual disabilities.
Visitor Centre / Administration Building
- Wheelchair accessible, entrance, and exhibit
- Power-assisted doors
Canal Grounds
- Accessible pathways, exhibit and picnic areas
Attikamek Trail
- Accessible pathway across canal gate
- Trail distance of 2.2 km
Public Washrooms
- Wheelchair accessible washrooms located in the Powerhouse
Washroom Hours
MON - FRI 8:30 – 4:30
Closed Weekends & Statutory Holidays
June 28th – September 6, 2010
Open 7 days a week
8:30am – 4:30pm