Welcoming World Travelers Since 1825
Explore the Erie Canal and discover America's most famous and influential man-made waterway. Nowhere else will you find the distinctive locks and low bridges of the New York State Canal System or discover towns and cities whose watery front doors still give way to lively Main Streets.
More than 500 miles of historic waterways and trails are here to explore.
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The Erie Canal carried more than cargo. It was the Internet of its day.
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Experience the rich history, hometown hospitality, and numerous attractions of the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor.
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Did You Know?
The 363-mile long original Erie Canal was the longest uninterrupted canal in the world. It included 83 locks and had a rise of 583 feet from the Hudson River to Lake Erie. Boats of 30 ton capacity could be used on the original canal.