Paddling Route: Glen Ross to Glen Miller Conservation Area
Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site
Southern region 1-day route
Paddle a good portion of the Trent River on this single day trip. Start at lock 7 Glen Ross and make your way down to lock 3 Glen Miller where you end at the Glen Miller Conservation Area.
Route
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Total distance: 17 km (10.5 miles); one way
- Time to paddle: 1 day; 4 to 5.5 hours
- Number of locks encountered: 5
- Environment: Gentle winding river; scenic and relaxing with little powerboat traffic
Facilities and services available along this route:
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Lockage (required) -
Accessible washrooms 
Potable water
Information-
Picnic area -
Camping
COVID-19
Some lockstation facilities and services have changed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and could affect your visit. Please visit our COVID-19 information page for more details when planning your trip.
Plan your trip
This is a one-way route that requires a personal shuttle to or from the put-in and take-out locations. Plan accordingly.
Put-in locations
Suggested:
- Glen Ross Public Boat Ramp
Location: 123-33 Blacksmith Ln, Frankford, ON
Other locations to put-in nearby:
- Floating dock at the lower reach of Lock 7
- Public boat launch by the Frankford Tourist Park
Paddling directions
- From the boat launch, follow the right shore to Lock 7 - Glen Ross
- Paddle south down Trent River passing through the locks until you reach Glen Miller Conservation Area, located on your left below Lock 3 Glen Miller
Lockage
Lockage is required for some locks along this route. Portaging may not be possible.
Lockage is the process of raising or lowering boats and paddlecraft into connecting sections of the Trent-Severn Waterway. Lockage takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. During seasonal Hours of Operation, paddlers can lock through any Parks Canada lock with the purchase of a valid lockage permit. Permits may be purchased upon arrival, or in advance online or by phone.
Locks along this route
The status of facilities and services at lockstations listed below are subject to change throughout the navigation season. Please visit our 2021 Facilities and Services page for up-to-date status by lockstation.
Wind conditions
- The water flows from Glenn Ross to Glen Miller
- Preferable wind conditions are from the north (tail wind)
- Avoid winds from the south (head wind) or high east/west winds (cross winds)
Hazards
- Watch for powerboats and their wake
Avoid dams
Watch for dams located at the following locations on west shore (right side) when paddling downstream and be sure to navigate away from them:
- Approx. 1.25 km before Lock 6
- At Lock 5
- At Lock 4
- Approx. 1.15 km before Lock 3
- Glen Ross Public Boat Ramp
Tourism information
Nearby communities and services
- Glen Ross
- Convenience store near Lock 7
- Frankford
- Dining within walking distance of lockstation
Points of interest
- Bleasdell Boulder Conservation Area (opposite of Lock 3 across the river, west shore)
- Osprey nest on right/west shore before Lock 3; turtles basking on rocks at Lock 3
- Glen Miller Conservation Area
Regional tourism
The following regional tourism experts can help guide you towards great local experiences and businesses in the areas along this route. Visit their websites when planning your trip.
- Bay of Quinte Tourism
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