Leaving the Trent behind

August 24 - 27

Locks 19 thru 1

This last half of the TSW was very scenic, winding through the Otonabee River section to Rice Lake, a relatively shallow but clear lake reminding us a little of Lake St. Clair back in Michigan.  First stop, Lock 18, Hastings.  

The highway swing bridge is actually operated by the lock master in conjunction with the lock itself.

Next stop, Campbellford, Lock 13.  Here we stayed at a municipal park in a little town noted for "the world's best chocolate", Empire cheese and Dooher's donuts.  All three establishments were on the other side of the river from our dock, so we're quite sure we burned off all the calories.......

Last stop, Frankford, Lock 6.  Our path took us through 5 locks in 4 1/2 mi for a total drop of 108 ft!

Frankford's claim to fame, a great little Chinese restaurant -- yum!

We left Frankford on Wednesday the 27th for the last 6 locks in about the last 6 miles of the TSW. 

 

Day Dreams pulling out of the lock.

Leaving Lock 1 behind.

Since we're going in the opposite direction of most TSW travelers, this is the end for us.  A challenge and a great experience!

Out of the TSW and into the Bay of Quinte at the far eastern end of Lake Ontario, we arrived at Meyer's Pier marina in Belleville, ON by early afternoon.  Nice to have showers, laundry and power again.