Can you still take a boat the length of the Erie Canal?

How long does it take to cruise between Albany and Buffalo on the Erie Canal? ... An unpermitted dinghy may be towed behind a permitted vessel through canal structures, as long as its motor is off, it is of a configuration that will not cause damage to other vessels (Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) ... for boats under 40' in length. read more

Yes, you can still take a boat the length of the Erie Canal from Buffalo, NY to the Hudson River. Several people take their boats to the Great Lakes for the summer, and return them to the Carolinas or Florida for the winter via the Erie Canal. read more

Erie Canal. You should plan on 7 days to cruise the full length. You can take 10 if you want as a 10 day pass is offered for boats over 39 feet for only $50.00 (smaller boats are less). This also gets you some free night stays if you chose to tie up free at or near the Locks & Lift Bridges. read more