Overnight mooring
Chambly Canal National Historic Site
Since you need more than a day to enjoy all that the Richelieu Valley has to offer, take advantage of the overnight mooring service offered at several locations along the Chambly Canal. During your navigation into the heart of the region, the lock operators welcome you to make your experience memorable and safe. 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 Chambly Canal National Historic Site.
Docking areas
Locks 1-2-3 wharves – Chambly area
Day and night, moor at Locks 1-2-3 wharves to enjoy the attractions of Old Chambly. Bourgogne Avenue offers lots of restaurants and bistros, in addition to grocery stores, boutiques and other services available in the area. Walk or bike on the canal’s path and attend the concerts at the Parc des Ateliers.
Lock 9 wharves – Old Saint-Jean area
At the southern tip of the Chambly Canal, moor overnight at Lock 9 wharves, to discover Old Saint-Jean. A few steps away, the streets of the historic quarter feature several boutiques, friendly restaurants and stages. Don’t miss the outdoor events at the Place publique and the magic of the International Balloon Festival of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, which you can watch from the water.
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. Lock 1, 2 & 3 wharves - Chambly area | electricity available only at Lock 3 | Location 1 |
| 2. Lock 9 wharves - Old Saint-Jean area | 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
- Chambly (Locks 1-2-3): 450-658-4381
- Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu (Lock 9): 450-348-3392
For more 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 website.
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