Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site

General information

Cost:

• $102.21/night
• $91.98/night (September 8 to October 11, 2020)

Staff hours:

• Spring and Summer

  Lock Staff will be present between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm for anticipated arrivals during the spring and summer season

• Fall (after Labour Day)

  Please phone 1-705-887-3120 between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm to obtain check-in instructions

After hours registration:

• If you plan on arriving outside of operational hours, please call the lockstations directly at 1-705-887-3120 between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm to obtain check-in instructions, plus information on washroom access and purchasing wood for a campfire

Check-in time:

• 3:00 pm
• Early check-ins may be available. Visitors are encouraged to call the lock station for early check-in times
• Lockstation hours of operations are limited. Plan your arrivals in advance

Check-out time:

• Before 11:00 am

Quiet hours:

• 10:00 pm - 7:00 am

Max. length of stay:

• No maximum

Max. persons per accommodation:

• Up to 5 people

Max. vehicles per accommodation:

• No maximum

Extra camping units allowed beside the accommodation:

• No additional camping units permitted

Generator policy:

• No Generators provided. Use of generators is limited to 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

Minimum age policy:

• A minimum of one adult (19 years of age or older) per cabin is required

Internet/Wi-Fi access:

• Wi-Fi is not available at this section of the Trent-Severn Waterway

Mobile/Cell reception:

• Yes

Visitor Guidelines

Rules that apply to the other camping and oTENTik sites along the Trent-Severn Waterway also apply to this Parks Canada rustic cabin site. Before you visit, please review all Visitor Guidelines.

Pets

Only guide dogs or support animals are allowed inside the cabin. Pets in the park must be leashed at all times.

Cooking

Cleaning

Garbage and recycling

If you accumulate any garbage or recycling during your stay, please use the bins located at the lockstation.

Storing food

Please store food, drinks, and scented products securely in the metal storage bins supplied on your cabin site so that wildlife does not seek access to your cabin. Please do not leave any garbage or recycling in the storage boxes upon departure.

Swimming

Swimming, diving and bathing are strictly prohibited in all navigation channels along the Trent-Severn Waterway. Swimming is allowed in nearby lakes.

Alcohol and cannabis

Possession and consumption of alcohol is enforced in accordance with the Ontario Liquor License Act. The act prohibits consuming or having an open container of liquor on docks, shelters and public areas. Liquor can be consumed at your rented cabin site ONLY.

Cannabis consumption is prohibited around cooking shelters and public areas, and is restricted to your campsite. Smoking is prohibited in the cabin.

Firewood

Firewood can not be brought into the historic site. Firewood must be purchased within the site and is available at the lockstation.

Protect your forests from the Emerald Ash Borer

The Emerald Ash Borer is a highly destructive invasive insect which attacks and kills all species of ash. It has the capability to spread rapidly throughout trees and forests. A single piece of infected firewood can be detrimental to thousands of trees and forests.

What's included

What to bring

• Bedding and pillow(s)
• Flashlight, lantern or headlamp
• Personal gear: clothing, accessories, toiletries and slippers or indoor shoes
• Personal safety items: whistle, first aid kit, sunscreen and bug repellant
• Cooking equipment
• Food and drinks, reusable water bottles, etc.
• Entertainment (i.e. binoculars, books, cards, sporting equipment, etc.)
• Other (matches or lighter, rope, etc.)