Great Loop Lock Reference

Lock 44 - Big Chute Marine Railway

Reviewed planning reference for lock approach, communications, and float-plan preparation.

Trent-Severn Waterway

Lock 44 - Big Chute Marine Railway

Coldwater, ON

Latitude / Longitude44.884944
-79.674500

Phone(705) 756-8802

VHF ChannelNone listed

Operating AuthorityNot listed

Last ReviewedNot listed

Lock Location

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About This Lock

Segment: Trent-Severn Waterway. Route status: core Canadian Great Loop route when vessel fits TSW restrictions. Official Parks Canada GPS and phone; marine railway, not a conventional lock. Source: https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/on/trentsevern/visit/posteeclusage-lockstation

Before You Arrive

Fenders ready
Lines ready
Crew briefed
PFDs on deck
Radio on correct channel
Call / monitor lock
Check current notices

Plan With FPW

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Plan a Float Plan

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Navigation Safety Note

This page is a planning reference, not a substitute for official notices, charts, lockmaster instructions, or current local conditions. Always confirm lock status, operating hours, closures, restrictions, and instructions with the official authority before arrival.