Using hundreds of historic images, some dating from the 1860s, Chief Park Ranger Michelle Briggs leads an exploration of the history of the Soo Locks in this episode of the Virtual Visitor Center. | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District

15K views · 1.2K reactions | Experience an exciting sightseeing tour through the famous Soo Locks, the world’s largest locking system. You will actually ride through the Soo Locks and cruise alongside giant lake and ocean ships. Inside the Soo Locks your boat will ride the water as it is raised 21' straight up, to the level of Lake Superior. Witness the large freighters up close! Plan your trip soon! | I Love Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan | Facebook

The most famous locks are Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. These massive engineering marvels lift or lower ships about 21 feet between Lake superior and the St. Marys River (which flows into |Lake Huron. Without the locks, shipping iron ore, grain, coal, and the goods from Midwest to the rest of the world would be nearly impossible. Over 7,000 vessels pass through every year. #reels #follower #nonfollowersviewers #SooLocks #Michigan #usa | Mendoza Vida Dizon