Trent-Severn Waterway, Lock 45 - Port Severn — Attraction in District Municipality of Muskoka

Lock 45 at Port Severn is the last lock on the Trent Severn Waterway, connecting the Waterway with Georgian Bay. It is over 100 years old and is still operated manually. This is the smallest lock on the system, and has a vertical lift of 12 feet. It feels like a step back in time when you're in a boat, the doors close, and the lock staff begin to crank the valves open by hand. Typically it only takes about 10 min to travel vertically the 12 feet. The lock staff are always professional, courteous, and helpful. This lock station has a small exhibit inside, and public washroom facilities. There is also on-site car parking and a picnic area with gazebo. There are public boat docks right beside the lock to the west. If you visit, be sure to check out the businesses in the small village of Port Severn just to the east of the lock. There's a general store with a butcher and small grocery selection, a restaurant/cafe with great sandwiches, pizza, etc with an outdoor patio, and an LCBO. Definitely worth a visit to the Port Severn Lock if you're passing through. Best to go on weekends in the summer when there is more boat traffic if you are going by car and want to observe the...

This is a future 5 star review because the bridge is being replaced and I've been told by the locals it is a 2 year project. This is the last lock on the waterway before you hit Georgian Bay and looking out from my room to the northwest it really is a beautiful place. We're in the Rawley Resort which has a variety of nicely appointed rooms with views that in the summer will be busy with boats going...

We broke down on Georgian Bay and needed tow and repair. Frank came out 5 miles and towed our 29 foot boat in. He set is up with a dock for the night, took a look at our boat and determined what was needed. The next morning, he was there early, working tirelessly in hot, humid conditions. He has is up and running in a couple of hours. Great guy, amazing service,...