Explore the nation's only industrial power canal
still in use for its original purpose. Built in 1845 to harness the water and power of the Savannah River, the Augusta Canal offers history, recreation and unique experiences along its 8.5 miles of towpath and waterway.

Enjoy the Augusta Canal on foot, by bicycle, canoe or kayak. Fish from the banks, watch for wildlife or relax on a guided tour aboard a replica canal cargo boat.

Encounter the people who built the canal and learn about the progress, problems and promise of its century-and-a-half history at the Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill.



 




SPECIAL THIS SATURDAY ONLY!
Dec. 19. Full 3-hour canal tour
1:30-4:30 - $20 adult

 

IMPORTANT NOTE:

There will be NO Boat Tours from
January 8 - March 8, 2009.
The Canal will be emptied for required maintenance. More Information

The Canal Interpretive Center Museum will be open for tours.

The 2009 Moonlight Music Cruise performance lineup will be
announced in January





The Augusta Canal National Heritage Area is one of the 40 heritage areas affiliated with the National Park Service and a member of the Alliance of National Heritage Areas.




EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
 Dayton Sherrouse

Enterprise Mill, Suite 400
1450 Greene St.
Augusta, Georgia 30901

 

CANAL AUTHORITY

Jeanie Allen
Charles Bullock
Jo Granberry
Benjamin Harrison
Ernestine Howard
Mary Martin
Tom Robertson
Turner Simkins
Fran Stewart
Michael Thames
Jack Vanellison
Bob Woodhurst

 

CONTACT:
Augusta Canal Authority
P.O. Box 2367
Augusta, GA 30903-2367
(706) 823-0440
(888) 659-8926


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