# Canal Guide

> Navigational and touring tool for New York canal system mariners. (iPhone/iPad app by Troy Web.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canal-guide/id773373085 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Troy Web](https://appshunter.io/developer/550242952)
- Category: Travel, Navigation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 35 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-12-18
- Data updated: 2026-06-03
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canal-guide/id773373085/reviews.md

## What is Canal Guide?

The Essential Toolbox for the Canal Mariner!

Canal Guide is a navigational and touring tool for use by mariners actively navigating or planning a trip on New York's canal system.  The Champlain Canal is being used as a pilot before expanding the service to other waterways.  The app features the most accurate data available with regards to buoys, beacons, and the preferred navigation channel (based on the most recent bathymetric soundings and imagery).  It also features a "navigation mode" which allows mariners to actively follow their proximities to canal features and the deepest water.  Shore amenities are highlighted throughout the route, placing emphasis on points where boaters can dock and reach shore.

## Key features

- Navigational data for canal system
- Touring information
- Accurate buoy and beacon data
- Preferred navigation channel mapping
- Navigation mode with proximity tracking
- Shore amenities and docking points highlighted

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canal-guide/id773373085/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excellent resource!

*2015-08-15, version 1.0.0*

Used this app on our first trip through the Champlain Canal - lots of great info that was easily accessible via app!  Detailed lock info, including links to lock master phones, shoreline activities/services, transient boater info, points of interest, local history...  Looking forward to the complete NY Canal app!

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2013-12-30, version 1.0.0*

Great on the iPad.  Blows away other comparable apps.  Looking forward to increased coverage.

### 5/5 — Fantastic!

*2013-12-29, version 1.0.0*

Great app! I can't wait to see the entire waterway.

### 5/5 — Finally

*2013-12-24, version 1.0.0*

It's about time! This is just the info mariners need. How long until we get the app for the entire canal system?

## Frequently asked questions about Canal Guide

### What canal system does Canal Guide cover?

Currently, Canal Guide covers New York's Champlain Canal as a pilot program. The developers plan to expand the service to other waterways in the future.

### How accurate is the navigational data in Canal Guide?

Canal Guide features the most accurate data available regarding buoys, beacons, and preferred navigation channels, based on recent bathymetric soundings and imagery.

### Does Canal Guide offer offline functionality?

The provided data does not specify whether Canal Guide offers offline functionality. It is recommended to check the app store listing or contact the developer for this information.

### What devices is Canal Guide compatible with?

Canal Guide is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Canal Guide updated?

The latest version of Canal Guide was released on January 16, 2018. The app was initially released on December 18, 2013.

### What is the age rating for Canal Guide?

Canal Guide has an age rating of 4+.

### Does Canal Guide have ads?

No, Canal Guide does not contain advertisements.

### What do users like most about Canal Guide?

With a perfect 5.0-star rating from 9 reviews, users likely appreciate the app's accuracy and comprehensive features for canal navigation and touring.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2.1 — 2018-01-16

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Thanks for using Canal Guide! The app is now compatible with iOS 11.

### 1.2.0 — 2018-01-12

Thanks for using Canal Guide! The app is now compatible with iOS 11.

### 1.0.0 — 2013-12-18

No release notes.

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All apps by Troy Web: https://appshunter.io/developer/550242952

## Related topics

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