MACEDON BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Live-Aboard Comfort on the Lockmaster 34: Canal cruising from Macedon aboard Erie Canal Adventures
A live-aboard charter with private cabins, shower-equipped heads and provided bikes — offered as 3-, 4- or 7-night trips — this guide distills what to expect aboard the Lockmaster 34.
Live-Aboard Comfort on the Lockmaster 34: Canal cruising from Macedon aboard Erie Canal Adventures.
The Lockmaster 34, run by Erie Canal Adventures out of Macedon, New York, is a compact live-aboard boat built for overnight canal charters. Each vessel includes a private cabin with a double berth, a single head with shower, and family-minded sleeping options in the galley and bow; charters are offered in 3-, 4- and 7-night durations, and the operator supplies bikes to explore the charming canal towns along the route.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Private cabins and basic live-aboard comforts
Each Lockmaster 34 features a private cabin with a double berth plus one head and shower, giving couples a secure sleeping space and basic onboard amenities for multiday charters.
Flexible berths for kids and small groups
Children can sleep in traditional pipe bunks in the galley/living area (lower bunk is twin, upper smaller) or on cushioned benches in the canvas-enclosed bow, making the layout family-friendly without sacrificing the private cabin.
Short charters with shore exploration by bike
Offered as 3-, 4- or 7-night charters, the experience pairs time aboard the Lockmaster 34 with the freedom to disembark and explore nearby canal towns on provided bicycles.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
Days aboard the Lockmaster 34 combine low-key cruising and compact live-aboard life: a private double berth and a single head let you close the door at night, while daytime hours are spent moving between towns and using the supplied bikes to investigate canal-side streets and amenities. Charter lengths — 3, 4, or 7 nights — determine how far you travel and how many towns you can visit.
THE BOAT
Private cabins and basic live-aboard comforts
Each Lockmaster 34 features a private cabin with a double berth plus one head and shower, giving couples a secure sleeping space and basic onboard amenities for multiday charters.
THE FAMILY SETUP
Flexible berths for kids and small groups
Children can sleep in traditional pipe bunks in the galley/living area (lower bunk is twin, upper smaller) or on cushioned benches in the canvas-enclosed bow, making the layout family-friendly without sacrificing the private cabin.
THE ROUTE
Short charters with shore exploration by bike
Offered as 3-, 4- or 7-night charters, the experience pairs time aboard the Lockmaster 34 with the freedom to disembark and explore nearby canal towns on provided bicycles.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this charter suits — and who it was designed for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pack personal clothing and toiletries suitable for multiday boating; the boat includes a private cabin, one head and shower. Bicycles are provided for shore exploration.
Each Lockmaster 34 has a private cabin with a double berth, one head and shower, and additional sleeping options in the galley and canvas-enclosed bow.
Charters are available in 3-, 4- or 7-night durations to suit shorter getaways or longer canal exploration.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long are the charters?
Charters are offered in 3-, 4- or 7-night options.
Who operates the Lockmaster 34 charters?
The Lockmaster 34 charters are run by Erie Canal Adventures in Macedon, New York.
What sleeping arrangements are on board?
Each Lockmaster 34 has a private cabin with a double berth; kids can use traditional pipe bunks in the galley/living area (lower is twin, upper smaller) or cushioned benches in the canvas-enclosed bow.
Are showers available on the boat?
Yes — each boat includes one head and a shower.
Are bicycles provided?
Yes — the operator supplies bikes for exploring nearby canal towns during the charter.
Who is the trip best for?
The boat is presented as well suited to couples and young families, with private cabin space and family-style bunks.