Lost Channel is approximately 2 miles beyond Severn Falls, offering many possible anchorages in clear, deep water. Turn north past marker S115 to enter. This is Precambrian Shield country — granite cliffs, tall pines, and crystal-clear water.
Multiple spots to choose from with good natural protection from the channel terrain.
| GPS Coordinates | 44.8995°N, 79.6388°W ⚠ Unverified |
| Water Body | Severn River — Lost Channel |
| Region | Severn |
| Mile Marker | MM 230.1 (from Veterans Skyway Bridge) |
| Depth Range | 2.1+ m 7–25 ft — TSWIDB — described as deep, clear water |
| Bottom Type | Rock/sand |
| Holding Quality | Good |
| Nearest Lock | Lock 44 — Big Chute Marine Railway (~5 km) |
| Overnight | ✓ Overnight OK |
Many possible anchorages in clear, deep water. Turn north past S115 to enter Lost Channel. The Precambrian Shield terrain provides good natural protection in the channel.
Nearest provisioning: Big Chute Marina — variety grocery store, restaurant
Scenic notes: Clear, deep Precambrian Shield water. Tall pines and granite cliffs. The wild, undeveloped Severn at its best.
This is where the Severn River becomes genuinely spectacular. The water clears up, the Shield rock rises on both sides, and you feel like you've left the canal system behind entirely. Multiple anchorage options throughout Lost Channel — pick your spot based on the view you want to wake up to.
Combined with Wood Bay and Pretty Channel nearby, this gives Big Chute area boaters several overnight options when the lock walls are full.
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