Smiths Falls Detached Lockstation
Major Rideau Canal staging point at the junction of Hwy 15. Launch ramp opposite the swing bridge. Home of the Rideau Canal Museum. Parks Canada operated with full facilities.
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Directory Contents
Ministry & Spatial Data
Jurisdiction Owner
Provincial Crown Land
Ramp Gradient Slant
Standard (12-15%)
Local MNRF Target Species
- Largemouth Bass
- Muskie
- Panfish
Live Nautical Chart
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Facilities & Operations
Trailer Parking
20 Spots
VESSEL NAME
Transport Canada StyleBLACK PHANTOM EXPRESS
Port of Registry: Ontario, Canada
Under Transport Canada, registered vessel names must appear on each bow in letters ≥ 100mm high.
Transport Canada Check
Are your registration numbers fading or peeling? Transport Canada requires highly visible 3-inch block lettering on both sides of the bow. Ensure compliance before you launch.
Featured Product
Custom Compliance Boat Numbers
- ✓ 3-inch Transport Canada height
- ✓ Marine-grade 3M Reflective Vinyl
- ✓ Pre-spaced transfer tape
Is Your Boat Missing Transport Canada Registration Numbers?
Every pleasure craft ≥10hp in Canada must display its license number on both sides of the bow in block characters at least 3 inches high. Avoid OPP fines this season.
VESSEL NAME
Transport Canada StyleLOST CHANNEL
Port of Registry: Ontario, Canada
Under Transport Canada, registered vessel names must appear on each bow in letters ≥ 100mm high.
Live Telemetry, Cameras & Community
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