The Bobcaygeon Swing Bridge is one of the most iconic structures on the TSW, located close east of Bobcaygeon Lock in the heart of this charming Kawartha Lakes village. At 11 ft closed clearance, it is the tallest swing bridge on the waterway — most houseboats are designed to pass under it without opening. The lock at Bobcaygeon is one of the busiest on the entire waterway.
| GPS Coordinates | 44.5430°N, 78.5465°W |
| Water Body | Bobcaygeon River |
| Region | Kawartha Lakes |
| KM Marker | KM 222.5 |
| Mile Marker | MM 139 |
| Bridge Type | Swing Bridge |
| Bridge Number | #35 Parks Canada |
| Adjacent Lock | Lock 32 — Bobcaygeon (Adjacent (close east of lock)) |
| Closed Clearance | 3.4 m 11 ft CHS |
| Status | Operable |
| Operating Hours | Opens on request during Parks Canada operating hours |
| Signal Requirements | Flashing red light at mid-channel on each side when closed |
Located close east of Bobcaygeon Lock (Lock 32) in the heart of the village. A rock with 3 ft depth lies 80 ft SW of the port hand daybeacon at the west entrance. Approach with caution.
At 11 ft closed, many cruising vessels including most houseboats can pass under without opening. However, verify your vessel's actual air draft before committing — approach with caution and watch for the flashing red lights at mid-channel. A submerged rock with only 3 ft over it lies 80 ft SW of the port hand daybeacon at the west entrance. Bobcaygeon village has full services within steps of the lock.
Rock with 3 ft depth: 80 ft SW of port hand daybeacon at west entrance. Flashing red light at mid-channel when closed.
Bobcaygeon sits between Sturgeon Lake and Pigeon Lake, in the heart of the Kawartha Lakes. The village is one of the most popular stops on the waterway with shops, restaurants, and entertainment.
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