Did you know that the New York State Canal System is the nation’s largest state-run inland waterway system? With 524 miles of navigable waterways, including the Erie, Champlain, Oswego, and Cayuga-Seneca Canals, the canal system has seen it all, transporting much of the nation’s agricultural and industrial products as well as playing a vital role throughout American history. 2025 marks the Canal’s Bicentennial commemoration, presenting a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience this engineering marvel! Celebrate at lively events, paddle through locks and lift bridges, cycle through stunning scenery, cruise on historic vessels, stroll charming main streets, and more.
Best Ways to Experience New York’s Canal Towns this Summer
