Key West to Quebec

[CaptRon37]

We're considering a cruise from Key West to Quebec and back. Our mast height is 50' and our draft is 5'. Before I invest in charts and guides, can anyone tell me what bridge and draft problems north of Albany that I would have to address?

[GordMay]

Greetings and welcome aboard the CF, CaptRon37.

New York State Canal System

Bridge Height Tables
➥ New York State Canals: Excursions and Vacations: Boating on the Canal: Bridge Height Tables

Cruising Guide
➥ New York State Canals: Excursions and Vacations: Boating on the Canal: Purchase the Original Cruising Guide

Lakes to Locks Passage
➥ http://www.lakestolocks.com/

[CaptRon37]

Thank you for the quick reply GordMay. If I don't have to unstep/restep my mast too many times, we're really keen on making the trip to Quebec next spring - Ron

[GordMay]

It's normally only done once.
Unstep your mast, and secure it as deck cargo, transit the Lakes to Locks Passage, then re-step the mast.

[CaptRon37]

Thanks again for the super speedy reply. Our plan is to sail from Key West in late Apr early May 2012, transit the Hudson to St Lawrence in late June & July, spend part of July/Aug in Quebec City and then head slowly south Aug/Sept/Oct/Nov. All bets are off if US Govt opens Cuba in which case we'll head there for 6 mos and do Quebec in 2013.
Thanks & Regards, Ron