Up next in our regional series is the north east! But instead of lakes or rivers, we're diving into why you might want to houseboat on a canalway. From the Erie Canal in upstate New York or up to Ontario on the Trent-Severn Waterway or Rideau Canal. See what will put all of them on the map for you below:

Erie Canal

Where Is It: The Erie Canal is in upstate New York, you'll depart from Erie Canal Adventures in Macedon, just southeast of Rochester -- SEE MAP --

Why You Should Visit: The Erie Canal is known as one of the United States' greatest feats in engineering. Stone locks, lift bridges and guard gates used in the 1800's are still used to operate the canal today. The Canal is full of history, architecture, and hundreds of miles of scenic waterway with charming canal towns and trails for exploring.

Best Time to Go: Houseboat season runs from May through mid-October -- SEE WEATHER --

Good to Know: The houseboats can travel as far west as Tonawanda, or as far east as Oswego. Either would take a full week there and back.

Houseboat Options and Sizes: Four houseboat sizes ranging from 2-6 sleepers -- SEE HOUSEBOATS --

• 3 night midweek: Mon-Thurs or Tues-Fri
• 4 night weekend: Thurs-Mon or Fri-Thurs
• 7 nights full week starting Mon, Tues, Thurs, or Fri

More About the Experience: 
Erie Canal Sample Itinerary: East of the Marina
Erie Canal Sample Itinerary: West of the Marina

Trent-Severn Waterway

Where Is It: TheTrent-Severn Waterway and Kawartha Lakes in central Ontario sits about an hour west of Kingston. There are two houseboat bases to start your journey: Horseshoe Bay near Peterborough, and H20 Getaways near Trenton-- SEE MAP --

Why You Should Visit: Houseboating on the Trent-Severn allows you to combine natural wonders along with rich history and entineering marvels. Stop at picturesque towns and vibrant cities along the way, and take in the natural beauty of the Canadian countryside in between.

Best Time to Go: Houseboat season runs from mid-May through October -- SEE WEATHER --

Good to Know: Peterborough is about the halfway point of the navigable waters for houseboats. You can travel as far west as Kirkfield, and as far east as Trenton (or to Peterborough from H20 Getaways in Trenton); it would take about 2 weeks to travel round trip either way.

Houseboat Options and Sizes: -- SEE HOUSEBOATS --

• Horseshoe Bay Marina offers 5 Horizon houseboat sizes, ranging from 5-12 sleepers
  •  3 night minimum, schedule varies
• H20 Getaways offers 3 boutique houseboats, each sleep 6
  • 4 night weekends: Thursday departures (Spring and Fall)
  • 6 nights: Sunday departures (Spring, Summer, and Fall)
  • 10 nights Labour Day (August 24 departure - September 3 return)

More About the Experience: 
Trent-Severn Waterway Sample Itineraries - Peterborough
Trent-Severn Waterway - H20 Getaways

Rideau Canal

Where Is It: The Rideau Canal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that spans from Canada's Capital City of Ottawa to the historical town of Kingston. Depart from Smiths Falls, about an hour south of Ottawa -- SEE MAP --

Why You Should Visit: The Rideau is an eclectic mix of nature and culture. There's something for everyone: nature lovers, anglers, cyclists, and shoppers alike.

Best Time to Go: Houseboat season runs from mid-May through mid-October -- SEE WEATHER --

Good to Know: Smith's Falls is on the southern end of the canal; you can travel as far as Kingston, it would take two weeks to get there and back.

Houseboat Options and Sizes: Five Horizon houseboat sizes ranging from 5-12 sleepers -- SEE HOUSEBOATS --

• 3 night minimum, schedule varies

More About the Experience: 
Rideau Canal Sample Itineraries

Start planning your canal adventure today! Call your friendly houseboat agent at 888-454-8825 or send an Online Request and an agent will reach out to you.