Big Chute Marine Railway Trent Severn Waterway Adventure with Parks Canada
The Big Chute Marine Railway, a marvel of engineering along the Trent Severn Waterway, offers one of the most unforgettable experiences for boaters in Ontario. Located a short drive from Coldwater, this rare Parks Canada site lifts boats over a...
The Big Chute Marine Railway, a marvel of engineering along the Trent Severn Waterway, offers one of the most unforgettable experiences for boaters in Ontario. Located a short drive from Coldwater, this rare Parks Canada site lifts boats over a steep incline using a rail system—no traditional lock involved. It’s the only operating marine railway of its kind in North America.
In my teenage years, I navigated the Trent Canal system and experienced the thrill of riding on the Big Chute Marine Railway.
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In my teenage years, I navigated the Trent Canal system and experienced the thrill of riding on the Big Chute Marine Railway.
The big chute marine railway on the way down with a load of boats
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a smaller older marine railway sits on display after being retired
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The old railway and the chute sits beside the lockmasters cabin
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Big wheels guide the cables from the big chute marine railway
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Big chute marine railway on the way to the top with a load of boats as it passes the lock masters building
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Big chute marine railway unloading at the bottom into Gloucesters Pool near Port Severn Ontario
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A steep ride to the top on the old marine railway that sits idle after retirement
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2 sets of tracks for the marine railway to keep the boats level on the way down
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A sign on the road welcome you to the Big Chute Marine Railway on the Trent Severn Waterway
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Comments (3)
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I had no idea this existed! Wow, great find. It looks in disrepair. Is it still operating? -
Greg Girard There are 2 the old one actually looks in better shape but is retired. The big one is in need of a paint job I think I heard the ParksGreg Girard There are 2 the old one actually looks in better shape but is retired. The big one is in need of a paint job I think I heard the Parks Canada guys are protesting it looks like it hasnt been painted in years but it is still in use More ...
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This is the coolest thing ever! I would love to experience in action. I had no idea that anything like this existed.
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