Walk, bike, canoe or kayak through the Augusta Canal National Heritage area beginning at the Headgates. The 11.5 mile historic canal takes you past natural and urban landscapes. Wildlife viewing, picnics, fishing, nature and history hikes on the towpath are popular with locals and visitors alike. Headgate area includes restored caretaker's cottage, dance pavillion and more.
Guided tours aboard replica canal boats depart daily from the Augusta Canal Interpretive Center. Well-informed guides narrate the open-air trips. Tickets include admission to the Interpretive Center housed in a 19th Century textile mill. Learn the 160+ year history of the Augusta Canal via interactive exhibits and award winning movie. Voted Augusta’s Best Tourist Attraction.
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9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Mon:
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tues:
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wed:
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thurs:
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Fri:
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Sat:
1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Sun:
Additional Info:
Hours listed are for Interpretive Center. During Winter(Dec. 1 - Mar 31)closed Sunday & Monday.
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Petersburg Boat 1-hour guided tour
$10.00 - $12.00
Petersburg Boat 3-hour guided tour
$18.00 - $20.00
Canal Interpretive Center
$4.00 - $6.00
Lockkeepper's Cottage Welcome Center
FREE
Boat tours include free Interpretive Center admission
Parking Fee
FREE
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- Best time to Go -Canal trails open year-round. Spring and Fall are popular seasons. Full-length (3-hour) guided boat tours offered Saturdays only, one-hour tours offered several time daily.
- What You'll Need for Your Visit -Comfortable shoes, camera, sunscreen.
