Tree removal to protect levees
2023-01-23
Over the next few months, you may notice some activity at the locks. Crews will start removing trees from the levees around the locks to
THE ONLY FULLY RESTORED, HAND OPERATED LOCK SYSTEM IN THE NATION!
We have preserved the heritage of one of the nation’s most unique transportation systems—the Fox River lock system. Of the 17 locks, 16 have been restored to full working order and are a recreational, historic, and economic asset to northeast Wisconsin. Today’s visitors can see living history in action and use the lock system to access the beautiful Fox River. This website will keep you updated on locks operations hours and information you need to enjoy the only fully restored, hand-operated lock system in the United States!
IMPORTANT: LOCK FEES WILL NO LONGER BE ACCEPTED WITH CASH. Boaters must purchase lock passes online at this link.
To download information on the lock system, save these documents:
Fox Locks brochure
Lock System map
LATEST NEWS
Meet our board members: John Vette
2022-11-03
The Fox Locks are run by a volunteer board of directors comprised of community leaders and representatives from state agencies. There are two members each
THANK YOU for cruising with us!
2022-10-06
Sending out a huge thank you to everyone who went through the locks this season! The Fall Colors Weekend on October 1 & 2 was
Learn how a lock works in this short video with Jeremy Cords, Director of Operations.
Get a first person tour of the DePere lock with our resident historian and lock tender Scott Thompson.
Lock Tender Pat Spaay grew up in the shadow of the Appleton Locks. Listen to his great stories.
The LOCKS
THE 17-LOCK SYSTEM ON THE UPPER FOX RIVER