1553 - Ile Marcotte to Rapides-des-Joachims Nautical Charts (3 maps)

The Great Deep: 1553 - Île Marcotte to Rapides-des-Joachims

Explore one of the most majestic and deepest stretches of the Ottawa River with the 1553 - Île Marcotte to/à Rapides-des-Joachims Nautical Chart set. This professional-grade collection includes three essential sheets providing exhaustive coverage of the waterway as it flows past Petawawa, Chalk River, and the town of Deep River. Whether you are a recreational cruiser or a professional navigator, this chart set provides the technical data required for safe passage to the "Swisha" (Rapides-des-Joachims) locks.

Three-Sheet Precision for the Northern Mariner

Produced to the rigorous standards of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS), Chart 1553 offers high-resolution bathymetry for this technically diverse corridor:

• The Deep River Reach: Features detailed soundings for the exceptionally deep sections of the river, providing critical information for anchoring and safe transit near the Laurentian Hills.

• Petawawa & Chalk River Approaches: Comprehensive mapping for the waters off the Garrison Petawawa and the Chalk River Laboratories, identifying safe channels and restricted zones.

• Rapides-des-Joachims Terminus: Detailed mapping for the northwestern approach to the village of Rapides-des-Joachims, essential for those transiting toward the upper reservoirs.

• Navigational Hazards: Clearly marks the steep underwater drop-offs, hidden shoals, and islands that characterize this high-energy river environment.

A Technical Masterpiece for the Valley Explorer

Beyond its navigational utility, this chart set serves as a sophisticated record of the geography of the Ontario-Quebec border.

• Official Technical Aesthetic: Showcases the intricate line work, sounding density, and specialized symbols that define professional hydrography.

• Vivid Print Clarity: Printed with high-definition precision to ensure every buoy, depth contour, and light characteristic is sharp and legible for route planning or office display.

• The Perfect Regional Gift: An ideal memento for residents of Deep River, Petawawa, and Head, Clara & Maria who have a deep connection to the river's history.
  

  Feature	Details
  Chart Number	1553
  Location	Upper Ottawa River (Deep River / Rapides-des-Joachims)
  Format	Set of 3 Sheets (Single Sided)
  Scale	1:25,000
  Key Areas	Deep River, Petawawa, Chalk River, Swisha
  Data Type	Hydrographic (Deep Water Bathymetry, Channels, Hazards)
  Publisher	Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS) Standards