Overnight mooring
Saint-Ours Canal National Historic Site
During your journey on the Richelieu River, treat yourself to a stop by mooring overnight at the wharves available upstream and downstream from the Saint-Ours Canal lock, some twenty kilometres south of Sorel. Among other things, you will be able to take advantage of the grassy beauty of Darvard Island to stroll around and enjoy nature. No reservations required, it's first come, first served!
Advantages of overnight mooring
- Save time by being the first ones to lock through
- Enjoy a unique low-cost experience
- Access to bathrooms (Check with the lock operators)
- Captivating stop in your journey
- Access to surrounding attractions and services
Mooring fees
Please consult the fees page to find out the mooring rates at the Saint-Ours Canal National Historic Site.
Docking area
Several overnight mooring spots are available at the lock at the Saint-Ours Canal National Historic Site. After exploring Darvard Island and the Vianney-Legendre fish passage, stop by the restaurant across the way.
Important
- Mooring in the blue area (waiting zone for the next lock passage) during operating hours is prohibited.
- Mooring is permitted for a maximum of 48 consecutive hours (please consult the lock operators to extend your stay).
- Generators are permitted during daytime hours only (from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.).
Docking areas
| Name | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Downstream wharf of the Saint-Ours Canal lock | toilets, no electricity | Location 1 |
| 2. Upstream wharf of the Saint-Ours Canal lock | toilets, no electricity | Location 2 |
Contact Us
For any additional information, contact the lock operators, please contact the lock staff during operating hours:
- VHF-canal 68
- 450-755-8140
For information about the location and specifics of mooring docks on each of Parks Canada’s waterways, visit the overnight mooring section of the Historic Canals of Canada's webpage.
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