Great Loop: Hastings

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The Harbor in Hastings.  
This is the marina on the west side.



We travelled with Pivot and Volare from Campbellford to Hastings
We are approaching Lock 15 at Healey Falls



Pivot and crew are exiting Lock 15 bound for Hastings



Immediately after exiting Lock 15, you enter locks 16 and 17.
This is a double lock.  You exit the first chamber directly into the second.



In this photo you see the tall door that constrains the waters of the second chamber



Pivot and Volare are getting situated in Lock 16



Above Healey Falls, the Trent River had many seasonal homes along the shore


This would be a fun spot to spend the summer.
Perfect location to watch the boat traffic go by...



But the fool on the hill
Sees the sun going down
And the eyes in his head
See the world spinning round



As soon as we exited Lock 18,  we tied up on the city wall in Hastings.
This is conveniently located next to a liquor store and restaurants!
We ate Maple/Bacon Meatloaf at McGillicafey's Pub and Eatery
Yummy!!



Amy Marie and Volare on the city wall



A mural depicting local history in downtown Hastings



Mike is doing his pre-departure engine checks



A cute waterfront gazebo in the park which fronts the Trent River



Amy Marie and crew in a lock.


Berthing Information

  • We tied to the city wall above Lock 18.
  • Facilities included restrooms and picnic tables.
  • No Power
  • There is Hastings Village Marina across the harbor with full services



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