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TRENT-SEVERN WATERWAY NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

(4.7 Score)
2155 Ashburnham Drive,
Peterborough, ON K9J 6Z6
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Since 1920

Specialty:

✓Waterway Navigation ✓Lockage Services ✓Recreational Boating ✓Paddling ✓Lockstation Visits ✓Visitor Information ✓Gift Shop ✓Parking ✓Restrooms ✓Picnic Areas ✓Waterway Management

"Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site features exhibits on the Peterborough lift lock, the Trent-Severn Waterway, and more. Richard Birdsall Rogers designed this lift lock, which was the highest hydraulic boat lift globally for many years. The structure of the site is particularly fascinating. Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site includes the immediate upper and lower canal cuts and essential barriers integral to the locks' construction and operation. This historical landmark operates using water and gravity, with the Lift Lock serving as a practical example of a seesaw mechanism.

2026 Highlights: Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site features canals, locks, bridges, and lift locks, connecting waterways across a 386-kilometre route between Lake Ontario and Georgian Bay. Visitors can explore lock stations and enjoy recreational boating and paddling."

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Price:

CAMPING:
ôAsis $133.25
Rustic Cabin $111
Thru-Camping $5.50
Lockage (Per Foot):
Single Lock & Return $1.25
One Day $2
Transit One-Way $5.25
Six Days $5.75
Seasonal Recreational $10
Seasonal Houseboats $14.75
Seasonal Commercial $32.25
Seasonal Canoekayak $5
BOAT LAUNCHING:
Per Day $13.50
Per Season $131.75
Mooring (Per Foot)
Overnight Recreational $1.25
Seasonal Recreational $11
Seasonal Commercial $22
Seasonal Houseboat $16.50
Overnight Houseboat $2.25
RESERVATION SERVICES:
Online $11.50
By Phone $13.50
ELECTRIC POWER HOOKUP:
Per Night $10.75
Parking
Per Day $5.25
Per Hour $2.25
BRIDGE SWING:
Per Swing $5.50
Per Season $58.75
ACTIVITIES:
Dangerous Goods $285
Private Repair $57
Commercial Repair $114

Contact:

(705) 750-4900 (888) 773-8888

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Peterborough Public Library - Peterborough, ON Landmarks - Tourist Spot Image
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PETERBOROUGH PUBLIC LIBRARY

(4.7 Score)
345 Aylmer Street North,
Peterborough, ON K9H 3V7 Directions

Since 1868

Specialty:

✓Book Lending ✓Audiobooks ✓Ebooks ✓Digital Collections ✓Research and Information Services ✓Interlibrary Loans ✓Public Computers ✓Free Wi-fi ✓Printing ✓Children's Programs ✓Teen Programs ✓Adult Programs ✓Library Tours ✓Room Rentals ✓Visiting Library Service ✓Accessibility Services ✓Library Cards

“Peterborough Public Library occupies the old fire hall site and offers triple the floor space of the previous Carnegie building. The Library provides a full range of services, including a current circulating collection of books, CD audiobooks, music, DVDs, and magazines. Peterborough Public Library's reference collections feature local history resources, electronic databases, and microfilm tailored to meet the community's information needs. The Library also hosts programs such as reading clubs for the public. Internet access is available via the Library's workstations, and visitors can obtain library cards. Visit the Children's area for storytime programs, play a game on one of the computers, or grab a book to read together.”

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Contact:

(705) 745-5382

Mon-Fri: 10am - 8pm
Sat & Sun: 10am - 5pm

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HUTCHISON HOUSE

(4.6 Score)
270 Brock Street,
Peterborough, ON K9H 2P9 Directions

Since 1897

Specialty:

✓Historic House Museum ✓Guided Tours ✓Heritage Exhibits ✓Scottish Tea ✓Heritage Lunches ✓Special Events ✓Educational Programs ✓Group Visits ✓Virtual Guided Tours ✓Bookshop

“Hutchison House is owned and operated by the Peterborough Historical Society. Each year, approximately 7,000 visitors explore this museum, which accepts the Canadian Cultural Access Pass. The museum team serves Scottish tea to their visitors. For those unable to navigate the stairs, a guided tour is available via video on the main level. Hutchison House provides wheelchair accessibility to the terrace, the historic 1840s open-hearth kitchen, a bookshop, and an accessible washroom. This landmark is committed to engaging the public through outreach and program initiatives that reflect the diverse and complex history of the community. Admission is free for children 5 and under.”

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Price:

MUSEUM ADMISSION:
Adult Admission: $8
Student Admission (Ages 6-18): $5

Contact:

(705) 743-9710

Tue-Fri: 10am - 4pm
Mon: 9am - 4pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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TRENT-SEVERN WATERWAY NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE REVIEWS

We camped at lock 35 on Trent Severn. It was a great experience with family. Kids love the camping at OTENTIKS in lock 35. Parks Canada has done a fantastic job managing and maintaining. The staffs were so helpful and knowledgeable. We love to see and meet lot of people who were mooring around and lot of couples coming all the way from US. We also enjoyed renting a Avalon 60hp from Rosedale Marina.

We went camping to this place last year, it was so beautiful. Watching the boat locks was a great experience. The trails around these areas were so beautiful especially to see the sunshine in the morning.

Did a tour on a beautiful July day. Very well organized - knowledgeable staff - locks are amazing. Way more entertaining than I would have imagined.

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PETERBOROUGH PUBLIC LIBRARY REVIEWS

I just got off the phone with Alexander. He was very sincere and gave condolences as I requested to close my mom's account. My mom had recently passed and I loved how he handled my situation with care. This library has always been good to us; and I love the book sales and the people that work there have always been wonderful!.

Libraries are a wonderful place and PPL is no different. Staff are always happy to help if required. Many different spaces to read, complete work, or meet with someone. Everyone should visit the library!.

The Peterborough Library holds a Giant Book Sale every year or so. Books are $1 each. Lots of great finds in every genre. Highly recommend!.

HUTCHISON HOUSE REVIEWS

Had tea & scones outside on their shaded patio. Even in the heat it was pleasant though warm. The tour was good especially because the house is airconditioned & masking is required. They had an exposure the previous week so their protocol helped to keep the museum open. Well done Hutchinson House for keeping us safe while giving us a pleasant experience!.

It is an interesting place. I think Dr. Johny's family had a very happy period of time together in this house. I can see it throughout many little things such as some handmade pictures of a little girl, some spinning wheel in both kitchen and bedroom, or a very weird wooden chair. Thank you for preservation this house very good.

A must see, was beautiful and the tea and scones were just cute. The history os amazing.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

TRENT-SEVERN WATERWAY NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE Total Inspection Points: 113/120
Acknowledgments: 8
Complete Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Responsiveness: 9
Reviews Accuracy: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

PETERBOROUGH PUBLIC LIBRARY Total Inspection Points: 112/120
Current Evaluation: 8
Legitimate Ratings: 8
Reviews Accuracy: 8
Reviews Study: 8
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

HUTCHISON HOUSE Total Inspection Points: 111/120
Legitimate Ratings: 8
Reviews Accuracy: 8
Reviews Study: 8
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Business Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Videos: 10
Website Standard: 10

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