Peterborough’s Historic Lift Lock Skating Trail is Open for the Winter Season

Credit: Parks Canada

Peterborough Historic Lift Lock Skating Trail is finally open for 2023 season.

The Trent Severn Waterway and the City of Peterborough offer public skating on the canal at the Peterborough Liftlock every winter.

The Trent Severn Waterway canal, south of the Peterborough Lift Lock, opened for skating on February 1st.

Green Flag indicating the Canal is open. Credit: Trent Severn Waterway

The city monitors ice conditions regularly. A flag is flown to indicate the status. A green flag indicates that ice conditions are safe and skating is permitted. A red flag indicates skating is not permitted.

You may like: Must Visit Outdoor Ice Skating Trails in Ontario

Winter Fun in Peterborough

TRIP PLANNING – 2023 Season

WHEN:

Weather permitting.

Mild temperatures will make the ice conditions unsafe for skating.

HOW MUCH:

FREE

WHERE:

You may like:

Skating at Rideau Canal

Spring into Fun at Bronte Creek Provincial Park – Maple Syrup Festival, Hikes and More

Snow Tubing & More: Reasons For a Winter Trip to Chinguacousy Park in Brampton

Wasaga Beach Provincial Park – A Picturesque Winter Escape With Frozen Shores and Snowy Trails

Seguin Sled Dog Mail Run & More: This Ontario Township Offers a Perfect Canadian Heritage Winter Getaway

Albion Hills: Adventures For a Winter Day Trip From Toronto

Winter Getaway to Goderich: Adventures & Festivals For a Snowy Escape to Canada’s Prettiest Town

25 Romantic Resort Getaways During Winter in Ontario (With Special Deals)

12 Fantastic Ways to Enjoy Views of the Frozen Niagara Falls

Snowshoe Southern Ontario’s Longest Suspension Bridge & More: Reasons to Visit Scenic Cave Adventures in Winter

Guide: 10 of the Best Ontario Towns & Cities For a Winter Getaway

20 Epic Winter Getaways in Ontario

Make the Best of Your Winter Getaway to Kakabeka Falls: Spectacular Frozen Falls, Ice Skating Trail & More

Winter Adventures in Kivi Park: Trails, Snow, and Scenic Beauty at Sudbury’s Secret Winter Destination

25 Outdoor Winter Activities in the Halton Region

Top Things to Do This Winter in Toronto & GTA – 2026 Festivals & Activities

Ignite the Night: Experience a 2 km Winter Night Hike on Illuminated Forest Trails near Toronto

25 Things to Do Outdoors During Winter in York Region

Winter in Mississauga: 2026 Festivals and Outdoor Adventures

25+ Outdoor Winter Activities in the Durham Region

Places to Go Snow Tubing in Ontario

20 Outdoor Winter Activities in and Around Sudbury

Winter Fun in Barrie: Events, Festivals and Outdoor Adventures

2026 Winter Festivals in Ontario: Fire, Ice & Frozen Fun

Winter Trip to Arrowhead Provincial Park – Ice Skating Trail, Scenic Hikes, Camping & More