Soo Locks
Soo Locks – this was on my list to visit and we finally made it this year. First you have to pass through the security gates, as this area is along the Canada border.
Gates all along the lock area.
They made a wonderful viewing platform for visitors to watch the ships come in.
- The first State Lock (on the U.S. side) was completed in 1855, to bypass the rapids of the St. Marys River.
- Before that, cargo and canoes had to be carried (portaged) around the rapids by Native Americans, explorers, and early traders.
- The Ohio government (Michigan) built the first lock, which was operated by the State; later, in 1881, the U.S. Government took over, and the locks became toll-free.
Over time, additional locks were added to accommodate larger vessels
Soo Locks
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It sure is impressive to see the Soo Locks and these big vessels. We visited Mackinac Island back in 1967 or 1968 and I’m sure we visited there at that same time, but I don’t remember much about it as I was 11 and unbelievably there were no photos, just us having a picnic lunch near the Big Mac Bridge. The freighters are so huge and look how low down it seems to be as it goes through the locks.
They are massive ships. Always draws a crowd in this location..
Today there was a freighter stuck in the Detroit River again. The second Canadian freighter in one month, in almost the same place. They had to bring in tugboats from Wisconsin to help free it. I think the freighters will be laying up for Winter soon.
That is a nice viewing platform. Safe travels!
Great place to watch the ships. 🙂
So cool. Near me is an old canal. They restored one of the old locks and give demonstrations. It’s fascinating. 🤣😎🙃
It is amazing how these works. We would go see them on the Mississippi River also.
Have a great Monday
Thank you very much ☺️