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What is the 1000 Islands? It’s hard to say. It’s a place that not enough people know about but also a destination that attracts visitors from around the world. It’s where families and friends gather along the water to dine, swim and cast a fishing line. It’s where firsttime visitors look in awe as their tour boat guides them past seemingly countless islands with mansions, lighthouses and fairytale castles. Even after a cruise, some find it hard to believe that a place with so many islands—1,864 to be exact—exists in North America.
It’s sunsets reflected by the St. Lawrence River and Lake Ontario. It’s a place that once belonged to the Gilded Age rich that’s now enjoyed by everyone.
For some, the 1000 Islands is zip-lining, kayaking and boating. For others, it’s enjoying a cool beverage – made just down the road – while sitting in a dock chair, watching mammoth steel ships lumber by.
It’s hard to sum up because there’s few places like it in the world and the 1000 Islands can be enjoyed in so many different ways. You’re invited to visit and discover what the 1000 Islands is to you.
For some, it’s the familiarity of greeting their favorite B&B host-turned-friend. For others, it’s the first time at a camp site they’ll book for summers to come.
Photo courtesy Taste 1000 Islands
ABOUT THE COVER
ABOUT GEORGE FISCHER
Boldt Castle on Heart Island is among the most popular sights for visitors to the 1000 Islands. The island is accessible to private boaters and cruise passengers departing from both the U.S. and Canada. Image and additional photos in this guide provided by George Fischer; others copyrighted by the 1000 Islands International Tourism Council unless otherwise noted.
George Fischer is one of Canada’s most renowned and prolific landscape photographers. He has produced more than 60 photographic books, 50 art posters and numerous prints created for various companies, hospitals, private collections, tourism boards, magazines and newspapers. In November 2017, George received the Ontario Tourism Award of Excellence in Photography. He resides in Toronto, Canada. See more of George Fischer’s work at GeorgeFischerPhotography.com
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Cruises
REGIONAL ATTRACTIONS: Boat Cruises
Scenic Boat Cruises
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he most popular way to see the islands is aboard a boat cruise! Tours depart throughout the day to cruise visitors past fairytale castles, stately mansions and historic lighthouses. Tour boats zigzag among the islands while guides entertain with true stories of pirates and bootleggers and point out homes owned by titans of industry and secret societies. Cruises range from 1 to 5 hours; some include stops at Boldt Castle, Singer Castle and Rock Island Lighthouse. You can pair your sightseeing cruise with a luncheon or dining excursion or enjoy a twilight tour that includes tastings by local wine and beer producers. Be sure to check for themed-party cruises, fireworks outings and other special tours throughout the season. Fall is a popular time to cruise because visitors are treated to a “mirrored-effect” of colorful fall foliage from the islands reflecting off the water. Cruising season fluctuates depending on weather but most tour companies start in late April and wrap-up in November.
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Cruise the 1000 Islands from… NEW YORK, USA ALEXANDRIA BAY Uncle Sam Boat Tours 47 James St. usboattours.com | 315-482-2611 CLAYTON Clayton Island Tours 39621 Chateau Lane claytonislandtours.com | 315-686-4820
ONTARIO, CANADA BROCKVILLE 1000 Islands & Seaway Cruises 30 Block House Island Pkwy. 1000islandscruises.com 613-345-7333, 800-353-3157 GANANOQUE Gananoque Boat Line 280 Main St. ganboatline.com 613-382-2144, 888-717-4837 IVY LEA Gananoque Boat Line 95 Ivy Lea Rd ganboatline.com 613-382-2144, 888-717-4837 KINGSTON Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises 1 Brock St. 1000islandscruises.ca 613-549-5544, 800-848-0011 St. Lawrence Cruise Lines 253 Ontario St. (office) stlawrencecruiselines.com 613-549-8091, 800-267-7868 ROCKPORT 1000 Islands Cruises Rockport Boat Line 20 Front St. rockportcruises.com 613-659-3402, 800-563-8687
Charter a Private Cruise NEW YORK, USA ALEXANDRIA BAY 1000 Islands Water Taxi Scenic Tours 1000islandswatertaxi.com | 315-727-1939 CLAYTON Classic Island Cruises French Bay Marina, 530 Theresa St. classicislandcruises.com | 315-955-9166 Your Wave Tours Bayside Marina, 1045 State St. yourwavetours.com | 315-778-8128
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Castles
REGIONAL ATTRACTIONS: Castles
Boldt Castle
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ew York City hotelier George Boldt (Waldorf-Astoria) built this six-story, 120-room mansion as a gift to his beloved wife Louise at the turn of the century. Her untimely death left the dream unfulfilled and the castle lay abandoned for nearly a century. The stunning restoration of the castle and other island structures hits its 40-year milestone in 2018; the work has topped more than $45 million and leaves visitors—many who come back annually to see the progress—in awe. Visitors can tour the castle and other island structures at their leisure; tours are self-guided and aides are located throughout. The castle is accessible by tour boat and private watercraft and is handicap accessible. Visitors arriving from Canada must provide border-crossing documents. Boldt Castle and the Boldt Yacht House boldtcastle.com Heart Island, Alexandria Bay, NY 315-482-2501; 800-8-ISLAND May to October
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uilt by the Bourne family of Singer Sewing Machine fame, the castle was designed as an island retreat. Guided tours of this four-story, 28-room mansion include secret passageways and a glimpse into American history. The Royal Suite is available for overnight booking! Enjoy a 45-minute guided tour of the grounds and castle; check with boat tour operators for transportation or dock with your own watercraft. Singer Castle singercastle.com Dark Island, Chippewa Bay, NY 315-324-3275; 877-327-5475 May to October
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Palaces & Palisades OF THE 1000 ISLANDS
Castle Tours • Sightseeing Cruises • Dining Cruises General Store & Gift Shop • Restaurant & Pub • Accommodations
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UNCLE SAM BOAT TOURS
“Touring the Islands for Five Generations”
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Singer Castle Tour Lunch & Dinner Cruises 1-hour & 2 1/4-hour sightseeing cruises Direct shuttles to and from Boldt Castle every half hour Unlimited stopovers at Boldt Castle Completely open top decks. Heated, glass-enclosed lower decks for all-weather comfort No passports or visas required. Professional Tour Guides. Fully licensed concessions.
The best values in touring the 1000 Islands are found at Uncle Sam Boat Tours! We’re so proud of where we go, we put our routes right in our brochure. See your tour boat and where it goes before you buy your ticket. Don’t be disappointed!!!
47 James Street, Alexandria Bay
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www.usboattours.com • unclesam@gisco.net Boldt Castle Italian Gardens
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History
Historic Sites
REGIONAL ATTRACTIONS: History
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ive into the history of this waterway at nautical museums that do more than just explain our love of water…they actually get you out onto the river! Learn of the massive hotels that once dotted the islands during the region’s Gilded Age heyday and discover why the 1000 Islands is an important site in Canadian history. Historic forts, War of 1812 battlefields and more await. NEW YORK Antique Boat Museum 750 Mary St., Clayton, NY abm.org | 315-686-4101 | May to October Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site 504 W. Main St., Sackets Harbor, NY sacketsharborbattlefield.org 315-646-3634 | May to October
ONTARIO Brockville Railway Tunnel 1 King St. W. , Brockville, ON brockvillerailwaytunnel.com 613-803-5501 | April to November Fort Henry National Historic Site 1 Fort Henry Dr., Kingston, ON forthenry.com | 613-542-7388 800-437-2233 | May to February
Be sure to also check out… NEW YORK
Thousand Islands Museum Clayton, NY | timuseum.org | 315-686-5794
ONTARIO Arthur Child Heritage Museum of the 1000 Islands Gananoque, ON 1000Islandsheritagemuseum.com 613-382-2535 Fort Wellington National Historic Site Prescott, ON parkscanada.gc.ca/wellington | 613-925-2896 Fulford Place Museum Brockville, ON heritagetrust.on.ca | 613-498-3003 Kingston Penitentiary Kingston, ON | kingstonpentours.com 613-542-7388, 800-437-2233 Upper Canada Village Morrisburg, ON | uppercanadavillage.com 613-543-4328, 800-437-2233
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Lighthouses Rock Island Lighthouse Rock Island, Fishers Landing, NY nysparks.com 315-775-6886 Accessible by private watercraft and aboard Clayton Island Tours. Tibbetts Point Lighthouse 33435 Co. Rt. 6, Cape Vincent, NY 315-654-2700 Accessible by vehicle, just a short drive from downtown Cape Vincent.
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oist air from the river and lake combined with fertile ag land makes the 1000 Islands an ideal environment for growing the cold-hardy grapes, grains and fruits needed to create awardwinning wines, beer and spirits found in our hotels, restaurants, downtown lounges, farmside tasting rooms and aboard our beverage cruises. Check out the craft beverages section on our website for a list of producers on both sides of the border and get ready to enjoy a taste of the 1000 Islands.
Craft Beverages
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Amusements & Fun
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ho’s ready for some fun? Catch a breathtaking view of the islands from above at the 1000 Islands Tower, or if you’re really looking for unique vantage point, fly with 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours! Immerse yourself into a world of discovery at the Aquatarium, where you can interact with divers and communicate with freighters plying the seaway. Revel in the antics of river otters at the Aquatarium and New York State Zoo or get up close to more than 1,000 animals at Old McDonald’s Farm! Drive-in movie theaters, mini golf and go-karts add a slice of summertime nostalgia to any trip. Whether your group is all adults—Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands comes to mind—or you’ve got little ones, there’s plenty of spots to let loose and have some fun. NEW YORK
Old McDonald’s Farm Sackets Harbor, NY 315-583-5737 oldmcdonaldhasafarm.com | May to October
ONTARIO 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours Gananoque, ON 613-382-3888, 855-855-HELI fly1000islands.ca | Year Round Aquatarium Brockville, ON 613-342-6789 | aquatarium.ca | Year Round
FIND MORE FUN AT… NEW YORK
New York State Zoo at Thompson Park Watertown, NY 315-782-6180 nyszoo.org | Year Round
ONTARIO 1000 Islands Tower Hill Island, Lansdowne, ON (vehicle access) 613-659-2335 1000islandstower.com | April to October Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands Gananoque, ON 613-382-6800, 866-266-8422 shorelinescasino.com/thousand-islands Year Round
REGIONAL ATTRACTIONS: Theatre & Shows / Recreation Areas
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Theatre & Shows CLAYTON, NY Clayton Opera House 405 Riverside Dr. claytonoperahouse.com 315-686-2200
HENDERSON HARBOR, NY Henderson Harbor Performing Arts Assoc. 12469 Co. Rt. 123 hhpaa.org | 315-938-7274
BROCKVILLE, ON Brockville Arts Centre 235 King St. W. brockvilleartscentre.com 613-342-7122, 877-342-7122
GANANOQUE, ON Thousand Islands Playhouse 185 South St. 1000islandsplayhouse.com 613-382-7020, 866-382-7020
KINGSTON, ON GRAND THEATRE 218 Princess St. kingstongrand.ca 613-530-2050
PRESCOTT, ON St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival 206 King St. W. stlawrenceshakespeare.ca 613-925-5788 Photos above courtesy Stephen Wild
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njoy the great outdoors at these public recreation areas. New York has more than 25 parks in the region including thousands of campsites. The Thousand Islands Land Trust and Indian River Lakes Conservancy have preserved thousands of acres for walking, cycling and cross-country skiing. Ontario Parks provides camping, hiking, fishing, boating and more. Thousand Islands National Park has more than 20 islands with campsites. NEW YORK
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Indian River Lakes Conservancy, NY indianriverlakes.org 315-482-4757
Ontario Parks, ON ontarioparks.com 888-668-7275 | 800-667-1940
Thousand Islands State Parks, NY nysparks.com | 315-482-2593
St. Lawrence Parks Commission, ON parks.on.ca | 613-543-3704 | 800-437-2233
Thousand Islands Land Trust, NY tilandtrust.org | 315-686-5345
Thousand Islands National Park of Canada parkscanada.gc.ca/ti 613-923-5261 | 888-773-8888
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Adventure Sports
REGIONAL ATTRACTIONS: Adventure Sports
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ll of this water and woods can be a thrillseeker’s dream. Zip among the treetops at Skywood Eco Adventure park, Canada’s largest aerial playground, or fly above the river on a jet-propelled flyboard with All In Adventures! Dive beneath the surface of Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River and check out preserved wrecks; outfitters offer lessons and guidance for newcomers and refills for experienced divers. Check whitewater rafting off your bucket list by heading to the Black River in Watertown, home to some of the most challenging rapids on the east coast. Skydiving, horseback riding and more await those looking to add some kick to their vacation in the 1000 Islands.
NEW YORK All In Adventures Alexandria Bay, NY allinadventures.net 315-374-6422
Whitewater rafting and kayaking info at BlackRiverNY.com
ONTARIO Skydive Gananoque Gananoque, ON skydivegan.com 613-382-5114, 844-JUMP-GAN Skywood Eco Adventure Mallorytown, ON skywoodzip.ca 800-437-2233
GUIDED TOURS · RENTAL PACKAGES COURSES · POWER BOAT SHUTTLES 110 KATE STREET · GANANOQUE, ON
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CROSSING THE BORDER: Welcome Center
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Crossing the Border EMERGENCY & TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE, UNITED STATES AND CANADA: DIAL 911
REGIONAL AIRPORTS
Watertown International Airport Dexter, NY Regularly scheduled flights with American Airlines to Philadelphia and connecting worldwide. 315-786-6000 (airport) 800-433-7300 (airline) www.watertownairport.com www.aa.com Kingston/Norman Rogers Airport Kingston, Ontario Serviced by Air Canada Jazz. Regularly scheduled flights to Toronto Pearson International Airport, connecting worldwide. 888-247-2262 (Air Canada Jazz Reservations) cityofkingston.ca/residents/airport www.flyjazz.ca 613-389-6404 (airport) 888-247-2262 (airline)
RAIL SERVICE (CANADA ONLY)
VIA Rail | 888-842-7245 www.viarail.ca Stations in Kingston, Brockville and Cornwall. Heated shelter in Gananoque.
BUS SERVICE
Adirondack Trailways (Watertown, NY Station) 800-776-7548 | www.trailwaysny.com Service from Syracuse to Watertown, Gouverneur, Canton, Potsdam, Massena. Greyhound Canada 800-661-TRIP www.greyhound.ca Servicing the 1000 Islands-Ontario with stops and/or ticketing stations at Brockville, Cornwall, Prescott, Kingston.
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mmigration regulations require each person to be inspected when crossing the border between the United States and Canada. Specific forms of identification are required for travel between the two countries. At press time, recommended forms of identification are: a passport, passport card, enhanced driver’s license approved for border travel or a NEXUS card for frequent cross-border travelers. Regulations regarding exemptions and restrictions for belongings or merchandise brought across the international border exist. There may be certain variable restrictions for taking alcohol, tobacco products, certain foods, etc. across the border. Please be prepared to declare all belongings and show receipts for purchases when reporting to border agents for entry. Immigration and customs requirements are subject to change without notice. We recommend that you obtain and review current literature published by Canadian and U.S. Border Protection Agencies prior to your visit. American boaters entering Canadian waters – but not dropping anchor, docking or touching land – may report entry via the Telephone Reporting Centre. Calls may be made from mobile devices while on the water. The Reporting Centre can be reached at 1-888-226-7277.
Connect to the Internet he 1000 Islands International Tourism Council operates the New York State Welcome Center located at Collins Landing, Alexandria Bay, New York – next to Interstate 81 and the Thousand Islands Bridge. Stop in and browse brochures highlighting destinations throughout the 1000 Islands Region as well as vacation areas throughout New York. Information about lodging options and attractions in Southeastern Ontario is also available. The knowledgeable staff is happy to help with directions and area information.
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Make yourself at home and enjoy the lovely campus. The Welcome Center operates year round (daily between May and October, and weekdays from November to April.) Wireless Internet access available daily, 24 hours. Picnic tables/pavilion available weather permitting. The Welcome Center is located at 43373 Collins Landing Rd, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607.
For current and comprehensive Customs and Immigration information, contact the U.S. and Canadian Border Protection Agencies directly: U.S. Customs and Border Protection 315-482-2261 (Alexandria Bay, NY office) www.cbp.gov (click the “Travel” section) Canada Border Services Agency 613-659-2301 (Port of Lansdowne, ON office) Public information line www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca
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1000 Islands Parkway Ontario
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utdoor adventure seekers will delight in the many activities along this beautiful stretch of riverside highway between Gananoque and Brockville. Top on just about everyone’s list should be zip lining at Skywood Eco Adventure Park and Treewalk Village in Mallorytown; it’s Canada’s largest aerial adventure park. Kayakers and canoeists will find extraordinary shorelines and wildlife. Scuba divers will discover a treasure trove of wrecks beneath the surface. Cyclists and hikers can enjoy the Parkway’s two-lane recreational trail while hikers get to take in the natural beauty of Landon Bay or the Jones Creek Trail adjacent to the Brown’s Bay Beach and Picnic Area. The Parkway gives visitors a frontrow seat to the world-renowned St. Lawrence River and islands along 40 kilometres (25 miles) of quaint, meandering off-highway shoreline. Boaters will find river access via park and marina launches and anyone can cruise with 1000 Islands Cruises of Rockport, the Gananoque Boat Line, Brockville’s 1000 Islands and Seaway Cruises or other private charters to experience the islands and castles. Dine along the corridor in restaurants at Rockport and Ivy Lea, to name a few, and be sure to see splendid skylines on a trip with 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours or atop the 1000 Islands Tower. Public and private gardens on the 1000 Islands and Rideau Canal Garden Trail await. Mallorytown is home to the historic Mallory Coach House and Garden. Within the Parkway lies Thousand Islands National Park of Canada, with more than 20 islands available for camping or day visits. Prefer to stay on shore? You can choose among many nearby campgrounds. The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville 32 Wall Street, Suite 300 Brockville, ON K6V 4R9 613-342-3840 ext. 5362 800-770-2170 ext. 5362 www.discover.leedsgrenville.com
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o become part of that count, an island must meet two criteria: it must be above water 365 days a year and it must support a living tree.
No island is divided by the international border, meaning each is either wholly within the United States or Canada. That causes the international border to zig-zag across the water instead of forming a straight line between the two counties.
Most islands are privately owned; accommodations range from modern mansions harkening back to the region’s time as a playground for the wealthy to modest fishing and hunting camps. So if someone asks, remember two things: above water all year and at least one tree. Anything less is just a shoal.
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The smallest is Tom Thumb Island, located just upriver—or west—of the Canadian span of the Thousand Islands Bridge. With just one tree and only a few square feet staying above water all year, Tom Thumb barely makes the cut.
In some places along the St. Lawrence River, islands that are very close are in different counties. Each island has its own individuality with features such as stately granite cliffs, soft sand bays, tall dark pines and vibrant maple trees. It’s a sightseer’s paradise.
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HISTORIC SITES AND MUSEUMS NEW YORK Alexander Corners Veterans & Pearl Harbor Memorial hendersonny.com/alex_memorial.htm Rt. 3, Alexander Corners, Henderson 315-938-5152 | April to October Privately maintained M60A3 Tank and a Cobra Attack Helicopter on site. Located next door to the Oliver and Cyrus Bates house, the only site in the town listed on the national register. Cape Vincent Historical Museum 175 North James St., Cape Vincent 315-654-3094 Cape Vincent’s history is brilliantly displayed here. The building, one of the oldest in the village, housed soldiers of the War of 1812. Handicapped accessible. Cornwall Brothers Store and Museum alexandriahistorical.com 36 Market St., Alexandria Bay 315-482-4586 | May to September Local history museum in a historic 1866 stone general store building, with changing exhibits about river life, boating and local communities. Henderson Historical Society Museum hendersonhistoricalsociety.com 12581 Co. Rt. 72, Henderson 315-938-7163 | May to January Housed in 3 buildings: former Universalist Church, circa 1839, the 1820’s Ray cabin, and the Peters-Stevens Boat Annex, which displays 12 Henderson-made wooden work and recreation boats from 1880s to about 1940s.
Historical Association of South Jefferson hasjny.tripod.com 29 E. Church St., Adams 315-232-2616 | Year Round An 1850s-era house and antique home with farm and marine displays as well as Indian artifacts, local history and genealogy. Jacob Brown Mansion 216 Brown Blvd., Brownville 315-782-7650 | Year Round Home of Jacob Brown, founder of Brownville and a general during the War of 1812. Paddock Mansion JeffersonCountyHistory.org 228 Washington St., Watertown 315-782-3491 | Year Round 19th Century mansion, log cabin, one-room schoolhouse and Victorian gardens. Collections include Tyler coverlets, Native American artifacts, 1910 Babcock automobile made in Watertown. Pickering Beach Museum sacketsharborny.com 501 W. Main St., Sackets Harbor 315-646-1529, 315-646-2321 | July to August Historic house museum depicting life in the village of Sackets Harbor from the 1830s-80s. Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library flowermemoriallibrary.org 229 Washington St., Watertown 315-785-7705 | Year Round Historic library hosting tours by request; has more than 190,000 volumes, including collections of DVDs, videos, audio books and large print.
Stone Mills Museum stonemillsmuseum.org 30950 Rt. 180, Stone Mills, LaFargeville 315-658-2353 | June to September Telling the development of agriculture industry in Northern NY through collecting, preserving and displaying materials related to the farm and farm houses.
ONTARIO Battle of Windmill National Historic Site of Canada parkscanada.gc.ca/windmill Windmill Point Rd, Hwy 2, Prescott 613-925-2896 | July to August Site of an 1838 Rebellion battle, featuring an 1830’s stone windmill with an observation level, exhibits, audio-visual presentation and gift store. Bellevue House National Historic Site parkscanada.gc.ca/Bellevue 35 Centre St., Kingston 613-545-8666 May to October Home to Canada’s first prime minister; restored house and garden staffed by period-costumed interpreters. Brockville Museum brockvillemuseum.com 5 Henry St., Brockville 613-342-4397 | Year Round Brockville’s history is one of the prominent manufacturers, formidable wealth, fascinating historical figures and vivacious ordinary people, interconnected by a dynamic river.
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Homewood Museum heritagetrust.on.ca/homewood 1372 Hwy. 2, Maitland 613-348-1246 | June to August Built in 1799-1800, this grand two-story house reflects seven generations of the Jones family, Loyalists who arrived in eastern Ontario in 1784.
Fibonacci 321 Art Gallery fibonacci321.com 321 James St., Clayton, NY 315-777-0612 | May to December Offers fine-crafted original work by artists from Northern New York specializing in wood, clay, fibers, metals, painting, drawing and glass.
Black River Drive In Theatre blackriverdrivein.com Rt. 3 and Rt. 342, Watertown 315-773-8604 | April to October Showing the latest movies and located just minutes east from downtown Watertown and Fort Drum.
Mallory Coach House Mallorytown.ca 1523 Co. Rd 2, Mallorytown 613-923-5140 | June to September Built circa 1853 and has been used as a hotel, tavern, doctor’s office, farm house and as a residence. The attraction hosts art shows, provides a meeting place for local groups, and a place to showcase historical artifacts and documents.
Thousand Islands Arts Center, Home of the Handweaving Museum tiartscenter.org 314 John St., Clayton, NY 315-686-4123 | Year Round Boasting a world-renowned textile collection and galleries presenting a wide variety of changing art exhibitions. The Arts Center offers a multitude of classes and workshops in a variety of disciplines, including weaving, pottery, painting and heritage arts.
Fun Xcape 223 JB Wise Place, Watertown 315-405-8629 | Year Round Indoor family fun center with toddler play area, multi-level play space, climbing wall, arcade, lazer tag, cafe and party rooms. Open Tuesdays through Sundays.
Old Stone Mill National Historic Site deltamill.org 46 King St., Delta 613-928-2584 | May to December Ontario’s oldest operating stone mill, equipped with machinery, a turning water wheel and three floors of exhibitions. Admission is free and tours are available. Thousand Islands Boat Museum thousandislandsboatmuseum.org 125 Water St., Gananoque 613-382-8484 Waterfront museum showcasing collection of antique watercraft.
ART ASSOCIATIONS New York Arts Association of Northern New York aanny.org 119 W. Main St., Sackets Harbor, NY 315-646-3502 | May to October Displays and sells artwork from Northern New York’s finest artists. Special exhibits, shows and monthly featured artists. Bay House Artisans bayhouseartisans.com 21 James St., Alexandria Bay, NY 315-778-5968 | May to November Gallery and gift shop offering fine hand-made art and craft products created by regional artists. Participating artisans are skilled producers working in a range of media including wood, fiber, metal, glass, clay, watercolor, jewelry and more. Breakwater Art Gallery breakwatergallery.com 263 E. Broadway, Cape Vincent, NY 315-654-4750 | June to September A not-for-profit gallery dedicated to the promotion of the visual arts and high quality crafted functional items. The gallery sells original works of art by Thousand Islands artists and hosts receptions with featured artists bi-weekly.
AMUSEMENTS & FUN New York Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts & Wilderness Falls Mini-Golf alexbay500.com 43772 Rt. 12, Alexandria Bay 315-482-2021 | May to October New York State’s longest at more than 1 mile long! Fully lit for safe night driving. Also try the 18-hole Wilderness Falls Mini-Golf course and amusement arcade with more than 50 great games and Subway sandwich shop. Bay Drive-In Theater baydrivein.com Rt. 26 & Bailey Settlement Rd, Alexandria Bay 315-482-3874 | April to November Drive-in movies on two screens. Concession stands available. Nightly June through Labor Day; weekends in April, May, Sept. and Oct.
River Golf Adventures rivergolfadventures.com 40168 Rt. 12, Clayton 315-777-0225 | May to September Check out the newest and most-challenging 18hole mini-golf course in the area! State-of-theart driving range on site along with pirate ship treasure dig, river rat arcade and snack bar. Sci-Tech Center scitechcenter.org 154 Stone St., Watertown 315-788-1340 | Year Round A hands-on science museum for all ages. Saturday children’s strategy game club and monthly astronomy observing nights. The Escape Works theescapeworks.com 140 Stone St., Watertown 315-771-0787 Year Round A physical adventure game where you and friends work together to solve puzzles, find clues and escape within 60 minutes.
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ONTARIO Putt’n Play Mini Golf doitintheislands.com 787 King Street E., Gananoque 613-382-7888 | May to October 18-hole, 1000 Islands-themed mini golf course featuring a waterfall. Sunni Mini-Putt sunnidell.com 1945 Sharpe’s Lane, Brockville 613-498-0775 | April to October An expert mini golf challenge that is fun for children and adults alike.
RECREATION AREAS & TRAILS New York Chaumont Barrens nature.org/cwny VanAlystyne Rd, off Co. Rt. 125, Chaumont 315-387-3600 x22 | May to December 2-mile trail through rare alvar grassland, shrubland and forests. In late May, visitors can enjoy a diverse array of native wildflowers, including praire smoke, which can be seen no where else in the northeast. El Dorado Shores Nature Preserve nature.org/cwny Grandjean Rd, Ellisburg 315-387-3600 x22 A bird blind along the 1 1/4-mile nature trail provides an excellent view of the rugged Lake Ontario shore. Great vantage point for viewing ducks, terns and shorebirds. Grand Lake Reserve and Hiking Trails indianriverlakes.org Burns Road, Redwood 315-482-4757 | Year Round Between Grass and Butterfield lakes, with more than 5 miles of shoreline, totaling 6 miles of spectacular landscape with rich biological diversity, rugged geography and beautiful scenery. Grindstone Island Preserves, Potters Beach and Nature Trail tilandtrust.org Grindstone Island, Clayton (boat access only) 315-686-5345 | Year Round Potters Beach is one of the only naturally occurring sandy beaches in the Thousand Islands and has been a popular summertime destination for generations. The Grindstone Island Nature Trail winds its way from Canoe Point to Picnic Point state parks.
Marc A.F. Baker Island Reserve indianriverlakes.org Burns Road, Redwood 315-482-4757 | Year Round Located on Grass Lake with more than 2.5 miles of undeveloped shoreline. Just a short paddle from the Grass Lake boat launch, the preserve is reachable only by water. The trail begins and ends at the dock located on the north end of the island. Otter Creek Preserve and Nature Trail tilandtrust.org Outer Church Street, Alexandria Bay 315-686-5345 | Year Round 1.9 miles of trail for walking, hiking, crosscountry skiing and snowshoeing; also offers dramatic views of both Otter Creek and Lynch Creek. A portion of the trail is ADA-accessible, with highlights including a cable suspension bridge and wildlife observation tower that overlooks the Golden-winged Warbler Demonstration Area. Redwood Hill Preserve indianriverlakes.org 44010 Stine Rd, Redwood 315-482-4757 | Year Round Enjoy a spectacular view of Butterfield Lake from atop the dramatic sandstone bluff. Two trail options totaling 1.2 miles of easier trails for hikers of all skill levels. S. Gerald Ingerson Preserve and Sissy Danforth Rivergate Trail tilandtrust.org Clayton 315-686-5345 | Year Round 140-acre preserve south of Clayton; successional shrublands, oak, pine and maple forests and McCarn Creek, a tributary to French Creek, which protects and guards important spawning habitat for fish species and serves as a filter to clean water that flows into the St. Lawrence River. It includes two miles of trail that is restricted to non-motorized traffic. Thompson Park watertown-ny.gov 1 Thompson Park, Watertown 315-785-7775 | Year Round Historic city-owned park overlooking Watertown. Designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, the architect who oversaw Central Park in New York City. The park contains the Thompson Park Vortex, a constantly relocating location said to mysteriously teleport visitors to other areas of the park without explanation.
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Zenda Farms Preserve, Community Garden and MacFarlane Trail tilandtrust.org 38973 Zenda Farm Rd, Clayton 315-686-5345 | Year Round The preserve is surrounded by 405 acres of wetlands, forest and hay meadows maintained for wildlife habitat and a trail for non-motorized use.
ONTARIO Brock Trail brockvilletourism.com Brockville waterfront 613-342-4357, 888-251-7676 Year Round A 7km walking and cycling path that runs along the beautiful waterfront in the historic downtown core and continues north through to the other end of town. This scenic pathway is paved to accommodate bicycles, roller blades, wheelchairs and strollers. The Trail takes you to Canada’s Oldest Railway Tunnel. Charleston Lake Provincial Park ontarioparks.com 148 Woodvale Rd, RR 4, Lansdowne 613-659-2065, 888-ONT-PARK May to October A cold water lake and popular resort area; the rugged rock landscape and gentle rolling are the perfect backdrop for backpacking, hiking, fishing, swimming, canoeing or camping. Mac Johnson Wildlife Area crca.ca 4649 Debruge Rd, Brockville 613-546-4228, 877-956-CRCA (2772) Year Round Featuring hiking and cross-country ski trails, winter skating, picnic area including a shelter, nature centre and two canoe launches.
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Explore the unique Indian River Lakes region at IRLC preserves Grand Lake Reserve Redwood Hill Preserve Baker Woods Preserve • 13 miles of public trails • guided hikes and kayak paddles • public education events • trailside classroom • volunteer opportunities 315-482-4757 indianriverlakes.org indianriverlakes@gmail.com P.O. Box 27 • 43982 Stine Rd. Redwood, NY 13679 Protect • Enjoy • Learn • Forever
AGRICULTURE STOPS NEW YORK Burrville Cider Mill burrvillecidermill.com 18176 Co. Rt. 156, Watertown 315-788-7292 | September to November One of Jefferson County’s oldest establishments; built in 1801. Tour the mill and be greeted by the sweet smell of North County apple cider and freshly fried cider donuts still too hot to touch. Cross Island Farms crossislandfarms.com 44301 Cross Island Rd, Wellesley Island 315-482-FOOD(3663) | Year Round Farm tours by appointment on 102-acre organic vegetable and livestock farm. Learn about organic farming, collect fresh eggs, pet a baby goat and see sustainable energy projects. U-pick in-season berries. Farmhouse Maple farmhousemaple.com 22341 St. Rt. 180, Dexter 315-486-5981 | Year Round A 70-acre farm with a 2,000-tap maple sugar bush and a state-of-the-art sugarhouse that provides the taste of maple for the 1000 Islands region. Maple production is in early spring as weather permits. Tours available all year. Home Again Alpaca Farm homeagainfarmalpacas.com 37098 Schell Rd, Theresa 315-628-5302 | Year Round Come fall in love with curious and gentle alpacas. Slow “drive-by” viewing is encouraged, or you may call ahead for an appointment for a full farm tour and personal introduction to alpacas of various ages, colors and personalities. The 50-acre farm includes a vineyard.
NATURE EXHIBITS NEW YORK Minna Anthony Common Nature Center nysparks.com 44927 Cross Island Rd, Fineview, Wellesley Island 315-482-2479 | Year Round Covers 600 acres within Wellesley Island State Park and has nine miles of trails. The 3,500-square-foot nature center is full of family friendly exhibits including live animals. Annual Autumn Festival is the Saturday of Columbus Day weekend. New York State DEC Research Station & Aquarium dec.ny.gov/outdoor/27069.html 541 E. Broadway St., Cape Vincent 315-654-2147 | May to October Five tanks with fish native to local waters. Public site open to picnics, overnight docking (48 hour maximum) fishing and restroom facilities, all handicapped accessible.
SPAS NEW YORK River Wellness Center riverwellness.net 814 Riverside Dr., Clayton, NY 315-767-7391 | Year Round Enjoy a massage to unwind and clear your mind. If you are looking for a romantic treat, schedule a couples massage.
ONTARIO Gananoque Inn & Spa gananoqueinn.com 550 Stone St. S., Gananoque, ON 613-382-2165, 888-565-3101 | Year Round This petit spa is like an oasis with lots of little “extras” and will make you feel rejuvenated and relaxed.
ST. LAWRENCE RIVER FERRIES NEW YORK Horne’s Ferry hornesferry.com 319 Club St., Cape Vincent, NY 315-783-0638 May to October Seasonal auto ferry between Cape Vincent, NY, and Wolfe Island, ON.
ONTARIO Wolfe Island Ferry mto.gov.on.ca Kingston and Wolfe Island, ON 613-385-2402, 800-268-4686 Year Round Auto service between Canadian mainland and Wolfe Island. Simcoe Island Ferry wolfeisland.com Wolfe Island, ON 613-385-2997 Year Round Ferry between Canadian Wolfe and Simcoe islands.
RIDEAU CANAL CRUISES ONTARIO Ontario Waterway Cruises Kingston, ON 705-327-5767, 800-561-5767 May to October 45-passenger riverboat with dining room, lounge and twin lower berth cabins with private facilities. Rideau Heritage Cruise lines Kingston, ON rideaucanalcruises.com 613-345-7333, 888-229-9913 Half-, full- and multi-day cruises along historic 126-mile canal. Voyageur Canoe Tours rideauroundtable.ca Smiths Falls, ON 613-269-3415 Interpretive tours along the Rideau waterway in 34-foot replica canoes with costumed guides. Tours last approximately 1.5 hours.
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All craft beverage producers are open Year Round unless otherwise stated. Photos courtesy of Taste 1000 Islands.
NEW YORK Busted Grapes bustedgrapeswine.com 19557 Ball Rd, Black River, NY 315-777-0932 Small winery that handcrafts award-winning wines from cold hardy grapes. Clayton Distillery claytondistillery.com 40164 Rt. 12, Clayton, NY 315-285-5004 Destination distillery creating premium-grade distilled products from locally grown grains and fruit. Coyote Moon Vineyards coyotemoonvineyards.com 17371 Co. Rt. 3, East Line Rd, Clayton, NY 315-686-5600 Family-operated winery producing more than 20 varieties of delectable, hand-crafted, awardwinning wines available at 20-acre vineyard and tasting room, downtown Clayton waterfront lounge and Watertown retail store.
Dark Island Spirits darkislandspirits.com 42 Church St., Alexandria Bay, NY 315-482-2059 Distillery specializing in “Musically Matured� spirits with downtown tasting room offering free tours daily. Grindstone Island Winery 42811 Schoolhouse Rd, Grindstone Island, NY April to October Island vineyard and winery featuring Baco Noir and Pinot Noir grown, aged and bottled on the estate. Northern Flow Vineyards northern-flow-vineyards.myshopify.com 40635 Rt. 12, Clayton, NY 315-686-4769 Vineyard and tasting room located in a longtime garden center producing wines from grapes grown in the 1000 Islands.
Otter Creek Winery ottercreekwinery.com 33109 Rudes Rd, Philadelphia, NY 315-642-0622 Producing more than 7,000 gallons of 13 different varieties; specializing in using coldhardy grapes. Farm-style tasting room and vineyard located in Philadelphia, NY, plus a tasting room along Rt. 12 near Thousand Islands Bridge. Sackets Harbor Brewing Company sacketsharborbrewpub.com 212 W. Main St., Sackets Harbor, NY 315-646-BREW One of New York's oldest continuing microbreweries is on the shore of Lake Ontario, with a dining room and outside deck views of the lake and sunsets. More than 30 beers brewed on site.
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Saint Lawrence Spirits saintlawrencespirits.com 38289 Rt. 12E, Clayton, NY 315-285-5224, 888-528-1992 Farm-based distillery crafting small batch spirits on historic waterfront property that includes a restaurant. Spirits proudly made with St. Lawrence River water. Also serving from downtown Clayton tasting room. Skewed Brewing skewedbrewery.com 21182 Salmon Run Loop, Watertown, NY 315-788-2337 Stop in for a bite to eat and watch the brewing magic happen! Tap selection changes regularly; food highlights local products. The Cape Vincent Brewing Co. capevincentbrewing.com 296 E. Broadway, Cape Vincent, NY 518-570-8311 Farm brewery located centrally in the village of Cape Vincent specializing in handcrafted, traditional beers and providing a quaint, friendly atmosphere for patrons.
White Caps Winery whitecapswinery.com 11544 Co. Rt. 125, Chaumont, NY 315-649-2400 Farm winery along the shore of Chaumont Bay serving wine, craft beer and non-alcoholic beverages. Accessible by boat opposite the navigational light on Independence Point. Wood Boat Brewery woodboatbreweryny.com 625 Mary St., Clayton, NY 315-686-3233 Brewery and pub-style restaurant with deck near St. Lawrence River providing sunset views. Yellow Barn Winery yellowbarnwinery.com 18876 Co. Rt. 66, Watertown, NY 315-782-1824 May to October The first winery in Watertown, located just outside historic Sackets Harbor. Farm-style vineyard and tasting room with Silo Lounge.
ONTARIO Gananoque Brewing Company ganbeer.com 9 King St. E., Gananoque, ON 613-463-9131 Brewery offering tastings, tours and samples from historic 1860 Bell Tower mall formerly used to manufacture springs and axles for horse-drawn carriages. King's Lock Craft Distillery kingslockcraftdistillery.com 5 Newport Dr., Johnstown, ON 613-704-2529 Small batch distillery featuring six organic spirits and a variety of artisanal mixes. All spirits are handcrafted on site and certified organic.
The Cape Winery thecapewinery.com 2066 Deerlick Rd, Cape Vincent, NY 315-654-3218 April to December The destination for award-winning wines and a serene setting that truly reflects the lifestyle of the family farm winery. Specializing in dry wines made from locally grown northern grapes as well as semi-sweet and sweet wines. Downtown Cape Vincent tasting room also available. Thousand Islands Winery thousandislandswinery.com 43298 Seaway Ave., Alexandria Bay, NY 315-482-9306 The region’s first winery is located along the majestic St. Lawrence River on a historic 40acre farmstead established in 1836. Primary grape varieties include cold hardy Frontenac, Frontenac Gris, Marquette and La Crescent. Venditti Vineyards vendittivineyards.com 42780 New Connecticut Rd, Theresa, NY 315-287-0500 Beautiful country setting with tasting room overlooking the vineyard. Venditti was awarded the prestigious "Double Gold Medal" at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.
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DIVING NEW YORK All About Scuba North 34308 Rt. 12E, Cape Vincent 607-765-3942 May to November Offering training, charters and tank fills. Blue Foot Diving Charters bluefootdiving.com 18 Highland Ave., Alexandria Bay 917-207-2181 April to November Diving charter boat, gas fills and rebreather support. Air, oxygen, nitrogen, trimix and absorbent. Canadian cash at par. Capt. Jack’s Charters divestlawrence.com Blind Bay Marina, 115 Blind Bay Rd, Chippewa Bay 518-569-4407 May to October Dive and custom charters, shuttles to Singer Castle, wedding services, Fourth of July charters, weekend five-dive packages for groups of four or more, night diving and customized trips. Hunts Dive Shop huntsdiveshop.net 40782 Rt. 12, Clayton 315-686-1070, 315-778-5243, 866-SEAHUNT May to October Full service dive center and custom charter boat with drop ramp for easy entry and exit for all levels. Rentals, sales, service, instruction and air, Nitrox and Trimix fills.
Thousand Island Dive Excursions divetide.com 834 Rees St., Clayton 315-686-5542 May to October Providing a full complement of wreck, drift, deep and historical diving; making each day on the river a fun and exciting experience. Night diving available.
ONTARIO Abucs Scuba Charters divebrockville.com 12 Water St. E., Brockville 613-345-2800 May to October 1000 Islands dive charters located on the Upper St. Lawrence River with four Transport Canada approved dive boats to take groups of 2 to 20 divers. Group bookings, walk-ons welcome. Rentals available. Air/Nitrox. Brockville Dive Charters - Action Scuba actionscuba.com Brockville waterfront 888-412-2525 May to October Access to dozens of historic and archaeological underwater sites, many of them wrecks, as well as excellent wall and drift diving for every level of experience! Dive Brockville Adventure Centre divebrockville.com 12 Water St. E., Brockville 613-345-2800 May to October Full-service outdoor adventure centre with kayak, canoe and scuba equipment rentals. Offering 4 dive boats for snorkeling or diving trips.
Dive Tech Training Centre divetech.ca 1624 Hwy. 2 E., Mallorytown 613-382-4232 June to October Instruction, equipment sales and service available. Thousand Islands Pleasure Diving islanddiver.ca Brockville and Rockport 613-659-3943, 866-659-2334 April to October Catering to both recreational and technical divers. Servicing the St. Lawrence Seaway for 17 years.
KAYAKING & PADDLING NEW YORK Boomerang: Kayak & Bicycle Rental boomerangbikeandkayakrental.com 17204 Coast Ave. W., Thousand Island Park 315-525-3172 April to November Bicycles and kayaks for rent; singles and tandems available. Call for group rates and guided tours. Operating from two locations: Thousand Island Park, Wellesley Island, and near the entrance to Wellesley Island State Park.
ONTARIO 1000 Islands Kayaking Company 1000islandskayaking.com 110 Kate St., Gananoque 613-329-6265 May to October Fully equipped and professionally guided kayak tours in the heart of the 1000 Islands. Offering programming, full- and half-trips. No experience necessary. Rentals available.
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Sea Kayaking in the 1000 Islands mistyisles.ca 25 River Rd, Lansdowne, 613-382-4232 June to October Providing rentals directly from our waterfront location. Promoting Island camping on Parks Canada and ACA Sugar Island. Personal launching with your own kayaks is available.
WHITEWATER RAFTING NEW YORK ARO Adventures Whitewater Rafting aroadventures.com 140 Newell St., Watertown 315-788-2297, 800-525-7238 May to October Summer, sun, and exciting whitewater! For 34 years our guests have been our best promotion. Minimum age 12 for gorge trip July and August. Minimum age 7 for “family fun� trip. Black River Outfitters (BRO) brorafting.com 531 W. Main St., Watertown 866-960-4BRO May to October BRO offers the newest, most up-to-date rafting center and has a top-of-the-line and super-friendly staff. Action-packed rapids, free ice cream and unforgettable memories. No experience necessary. Ages 14 and up. B.O.B. Rafting bobrafting.com 120 William St., Dexter 315-785-9386, 315-767-6688 May to October Starting in downtown Watertown, travel down seven miles of the best summer time whitewater rafting in New York State. Two trips daily.
Whitewater Challengers whitewaterchallengers.com 16129 Foster Park Rd, Dexter 800-443-RAFT May to October Trip combines the heart-pounding thrills of whitewater with all the fun of a summer beach party. Class III-IV whitewater assures plenty of action and a hearty BBQ dinner is included.
WATERSPORTS ONTARIO Charleston Lake Watersports charlestonlakewatersports.ca 20 Little Bay Lane, Athens, ON 613-924-1794 June to September Waterski and wakeboard school. Providing tows and instruction on Charleston Lake. All equipment provided.
ON LAND NEW YORK 1000 Islands Bicycle Rentals 1000islandsbicyclerentals.com 129 Mill St., Watertown 315-786-8800 Year Round Online bicycle rental service offering pick-up and delivery options to your site. Rentals are weekly and include helmets.
Dry Hill Ski Area skidryhill.com 18160 Alpine Ridge Rd, Watertown 315-782-8584, 800-379-8584 December to March Offers affordable family skiing, night skiing, snowboarding and snowtubing. Instruction and rentals, food service and lounge are also available. Located just south of Watertown. Horseback Trail Rides 35948 Rt. 12, Clayton 315-405-5775 Scenic guided horseback rides just south of Clayton. Spencer Valley Zip Lines spencervalleyziplines.com 44575 Stine Rd, Redwood 315-767-3235 May to October Zip more than 1,000 feet over a scenic open field approximately 10 miles from the St. Lawrence River. Spencer Valley Ziplines provides fun for the whole family, with a bouncy house, nature trails, jungle gym, picnic areas and outdoor family games all on site. Please call ahead. Thousand Islands Snowmobile Club 1000islandssnowmobileclub.com 315-921-6464 Snowmobile trail maps, produced by the Thousand Islands Snowmobile Club, are available at the Clayton Chamber of Commerce, 517 Riverside Dr., downtown Clayton, NY, and at area restaurants.
Whitewater rafting on the Black River, Watertown
Boat Services NEW YORK, USA ALEXANDRIA BAY Alexandria Bay Village Docks & Launch Ramps
315-482-9902
May to October
D
Aqua-Mania | 45765 Rt. 12 aqua-mania.com
315-482-4678
Year Round
RE, RP, S
Back Bay Marine | 16 Bethune St.
315-482-9461
Year Round
F, D, RP, S
Bonnie Castle Resort and Marina 31 Holland St. | bonniecastle.com
315-482-4511 800-955-4511
May to October
F, D, RP, S, I
Edgewood Resort Conference Center & Marina | Edgewood Park Dr. theedgewoodresort.com
315-482-9923 888-EDGEWOOD
Fuel: F Rentals: RE Repairs: RP Storage: S Internet: I Dockage : D CLAYTON Bayside Marina | 1061 State St. bayside-marina.com
315-686-2121
May to November
D, RE, RP, S
Boathouse Marine | 39718 Pier 65
315-486-5317
April to December
D, RP, S
Canoe Point State Park Grindstone Island | nysparks.com
315-686-4472 800-456-CAMP
May to September
D (boat access only)
Cedar Point State Park & Marina 36661 Cedar Point State Park Dr. nysparks.com
315-654-2522 800-456-CAMP
May to October
F, D, RE
Clayton Marina Sales & Service 50 State St. | claytonmarina.com
315-686-3378
Year Round
D, RE, RP, S, I
Clayton Municipal Harbor Marina 301 Webb St. | townofclayton.com/docks
315-686-6010
May to October
D
D, I
Horizon Marina | 22 Sisson St. horizonmarina.com
315-482-9956
May to October
F, D, RP, S, I
Hutchinson’s Boat Works | 27 Holland St. hbwboats.com
315-482-9931
Year Round
F, D, RP, S, I
315-482-3331 800-456-CAMP
May to October
F, D, RE
Ledges Resort & Marina | 71 Anthony St. ledgesresortandmarina.com
315-783-8605
May to October
D, RE, S, I
O’Briens Marine | 51 Walton St. alexbayboatrentals.com
315-482-9548 866-633-9548
May to October
F, RE, RP, S
French Bay Marina | 530 Theresa St. frenchbay.com
315-686-5574
April to November
D, RP, S, I
Riveredge Resort | 17 Holland St. riveredge.com
315-482-9917 800-ENJOY-US
April to October
D, I
French Creek Marina & Campground 250 Wahl St. | frenchcreekmarina.com
315-686-3621
Year Round
F, D, RE, RP, S, I
Swan Bay Estates & Marina 43849 Rt. 12 | swanbaypark.com
315-482-2419
April to November
F, D, S, I
Islander Marina and Lodge 500 Theresa St. | islandermarina.com
315-686-5574
April to November
D, RP, S, I
Swan Bay Resort–1000 Islands Premier RV Park & Marina 43615 Rt. 12 swanbayresort.com/1000islands
315-482-SWAN
May to October
D, RE, RP, S, I
Mary Street Dock | Mary Street, French Creek Bay | villageofclayton.org
315-686-3451
May to October
D, I
Meyers Marine | 40729 Rt. 12 meyersmarine.com
315-686-4400
Year Round
D, RP, S
Northern Marine | 16782 Stern Dr. northernmarineinc.com
315-686-4398
April to December
F, D, RP, S
Pier 225 Marina | 835 Rees St. pier225marina.com
315-569-6153
April to October
D, S, I
Riverside Drive Dock | Rotary Park Riverside Drive | villageofclayton.org
315-686-3656
May to October
D
R.J. Marine | 690 Riverside Dr. rjmarineassociates.com
315-777-6059
Year Round
F, D, S
Seaway Slips Cottage & Boat Rentals 1100 State St. | seawayslips.com
315-686-4695
May to September
D, RE, RP, S, I
Spicer Marine Basin | 40616 Marina Rd spicermarinebasin.com
315-686-3141
April to November
F, D, RE, RP, S, I
St. Lawrence Restoration 411 Franklin St. | boatrestoration.com
315-686-5950
Year Round
D, RP, S, I
Keewaydin State Park & Marina 45165 Rt. 12 | nysparks.com
Wagoner’s Sales & Service Wagoner Park Rd
315-482-9776
May to October
F, RE, RP, S
Anchor Marina | 583 E. Broadway St. anchormarinany.com
315-654-2300
April to November
F, D, RE, RP, S
Cape Vincent Marina | 230 Market St. capevincent.org/riverside
315-654-2001
May to October
D, S,
Cape Vincent Village Dock Esselstyne St. | capevincent.org
315-654-2481
Cape Vincent Waterfront Park Rt. 12E, E. Broadway | capevincent.org
315-654-2481
Martin’s Marina, Inc. | 28491 Co. Rt. 6 martinsmarina.com
315-654-3104
New York State DEC Research Station & Aquarium | 541 E. Broadway St. dec.ny.gov/outdoor/27069.html
315-654-2147
CAPE VINCENT
Precision Marine | 34477 Rt. 12E precisionmarine.net
315-654-3722
Snug Harbor Bar Restaurant and Marina | 28709 Co. Rt. 6 snugharbor.tripod.com
315-654-2139
Thousand Islands Marina and Cottages | 34797 Co. Rt. 7 thousandislandsmarina.com
315-654-2174
D May to October
D F, D, RE, RP, S
May to October Year Round
D D, RP, S, I F, D, RP
May to October
F, RE, I, D
CHAUMONT BAY / DEXTER/ THREE MILE BAY Crescent Yacht Club 27300 Independence Pt. Rd, Chaumont crescentyachtclub.org
315-649-2560
Hidden Harbor Campground & Marina 4813 Hidden Harbor Rd, Three Mile Bay
315-783-1201
Kitto’s Marina | 23177 Kitto Marina Dr., Dexter
315-639-4755
April to October
F, D, RE
Shangri-La Campground & Marina 18835 S. Shore Rd, Three Mile Bay
315-649-2979
May to September
F, D, S
Sportsmans Hideaway Campground & Marina | 30167 Co. Rt. 179, Chaumont hoistion.com/sportsmanshideaway
315-408-5093
May to November
D, I
May to October May to October
F, D, S, I F, D, S
FISHERS LANDING Bill & Jack’s Marina & Cottages 42088 Co. Rt. 195 | billandjacks.com
315-686-3592
Chalk’s Marina & Boat Sales 18221 Reed Point Rd | chalksmarina.com
315-686-5622
Year Round
F, D, RE, RP, S
315-686-4472 800-456-CAMP
May to September
D, RE
Captain’s Cove Motel & Marina 13179 Harbor Rd, Co. Rt. 123 captainscove-ny.com
315-938-7263 800-824-3474
April to October
D, I
Harbor’s End Marina | 8043 Co. Rt. 178 harborsendmarina.com
315-938-5425
April to November
F, D, RE, RP, S
Henchen Marina & Fishing Camp 13442 Co. Rt. 123 | henchenmarina.com
315-938-5313 888-848-3821
April to October
F, D, RE, RP, S
KOA 1000 Islands at Association Island 15530 Snowshoe Rd | airesort.com
315-938-5655 800-393-4189
May to October
D, RE, S, I
Ruddy’s Fishing Camp/Ron Ditch and Sons | 8405 Cornell Rd ronditch.com
315-938-5234
April to October
F, D, RE, S, I
Grass Point State Park & Marina 42247 Grassy Point Rd
F, D, RE, S
HENDERSON HARBOR
Boat Services
Golf Courses & Driving Ranges
Season
# of Holes
Bar
Restaurant
NEW YORK, USA
SACKETS HARBOR Madison Barracks Marina 85 Worth Rd | madisonbarracks.com
315-646-3374
May to October
D, RE, I
Marina Inn & Suites | 121 Pike Rd marinainnny.com
315-646-3375
May to October
D, I
Navy Point Marine | 500 W. Main St. navypointmarine.com
315-646-3364
Year Round
F, RP, S, I
Public Dock at Market Square Park Market Square Park
315-646-3548
May to October
D
WELLESLEY ISLAND Thousand Islands Club Marina 21952 Club Rd | horizonmarina.com
315-482-9956
May to October
D, I
Wellesley Island State Park 44927 Cross Island Rd | nysparks.com
315-482-2722 800-456-2267
May to October
F, D, RE
Wellesley Island Yacht Club 46338 Co. Rt. 100 | ticountryclub.com
315-482-9454 800-928-TICC
May to October
D
ONTARIO, CANADA
ALEXANDRIA BAY Alexandria Bay Municipal Golf Course April to Co. Rt. 1 | villageofalexandriabay.com | 315-482-2127 October
9
CHAUMONT Bay Breeze Golf Links 11390 Cheever Rd baybreezegolflinks.com | 315-649-GOLF
April to October
9
C-Way Golf Club & Resort | 37093 Rt. 12 cwayresort.com | 315-686-4562
May to October
18
Clayton Country Club | 105 State St. claytoncountryclub.com | 315-686-4242
May to October
9
April to October
9
Highland Meadows Golf & Country Club 24201 Rt. 342 | golf342.com | 315-785-0108
April to October
18
Ives Hill Country Club | 435 Flower Ave. W. iveshill.com | 315-775-4837
April to October
18
CLAYTON
LAFARGEVILLE LA Golf Club | 39711 Rt. 180 playLAgolf.com | 315-686-3748
WATERTOWN
1000 ISLANDS PARKWAY Blue Heron Marine | 481 1000 Islands Pkwy., Lansdowne
613-659-2277
April to October
S
Ed Huck Marine Limited 53 Front St., Rockport | marina.ca
613-659-3408
Year Round
F, D, RP, S, I
Pecks Marina | 505– 1000 Islands Pkwy., Lansdowne | pecksmarina.ca
613-659-3185 800-951-7325
April to October
D, RP, S, I
Watertown Golf Club | 1 Thompson Park watertowngolfclubinc.com | 315-782-4040
18
Year Round
Village Quay Marina 541 1000 Islands Pkwy., RR 1, Lansdowne villagequay.com
Willowbrook Golf Club | 25075 Rt. 37 April to willowbrookgolfclubwatertown.com October 315-782-8192
Year Round
D, RE, RP, S, I
27
613-659-3207
WELLESLEY ISLAND
BROCKVILLE Brockville Municipal Harbour 60 Blockhouse Island Pkwy. brockville.com
613-342-1986
May to October
D, I
Gilbert Marine of Brockville 15 Jessie St. | gilbertmarine.on.ca
613-342-3462 800-906-9290
March to October
F, RE, RP, S
Tall Ships Landing Marina 15 St. Andrews St. | tallshipslanding.com
613-498-4567
May to October
F, D, I
Clark’s Marina | 35 Clark Dr. clarksmarina.ca
613-382-0016 877-567-8332
Year Round
F, D, RE, RP, S, I
Gananoque Municipal Marina 21 Bay St. | gananoque.ca
613-382-2149 x1514 or x1414
May to October
D, I
Harmer’s Housekeeping Cottages 135 1000 Islands Pkwy. harmerscottages.com
613-382-3675 866-381-2039
May to October
D, RE, I
Houseboat Holidays | RR 3 houseboatholidays.ca
613-382-2842 877-659-3310
May to October
Spencer’s Cottages/Boat Rentals 4607 Hwy. 2 W. 1000islandscottages.com
613-382-4289
May to October
D, RE, I
613-925-1255
May to September
F, D, I
GANANOQUE
RE
PRESCOTT Sandra S. Lawn Harbour | 191 Water St prescott.ca/tourism
RIDEAU CANAL & INLAND WATERS
Thousand Islands Country Club - Lake Course 21496 Club House Dr. | ticountryclub.com 315-482-9454, 800-928-TICC
April to October
18
Thousand Islands Country Club - Old Course 46433 Co. Rt. 100 ticountryclub.com 315-482-9454, 800-928-TIC
April to October
18
Wellesley Island State Park 44927 Cross Island Rd nysparks.com | 315-482-2722, 800-456-2267
May to October
9
April to October
18
Brockville Country Club | 1548 King St. W. Year brockvillecountryclub.com Round 613-342-2468
18
Brockville Highland Golf 3111 Parkedale Ave. W. brockvillehighlandgolf.com | 613-342-7883
April to October
18
Sunnidell Golf | 1945 Sharpe’s Lane sunnidell.com | 613-498-0775
Year Round
18
May to November
9
April to November
9
ONTARIO, CANADA
1000 ISLANDS PARKWAY Smuggler’s Glen Golf Course 418 1000 Islands Parkway smugglersglen.com 613-659-4999, 800-268-4536
BROCKVILLE
GANANOQUE
Brown’s Marina 1641 Chaffey’s Lock Rd, Elgin brownsmarina.com
613-359-5466
Year Round
F, D, RE, RP, S, I
Gananoque Golf & Country Club 211 Golf Club Lane gangolfclub.com | 613-382-1670
Lakeline Lodge & Marina 782 Cedar Park Rd, RR 1, Charleston Lake lakelinelodge.com
613-924-9114
May to October
F, D, RE, RP, S, I
Greene Acre Golf Club 230 Hwy. 32 | golfthegreene.ca 613-382-4653
800.847.5263
Hotels, Motels and B&Bs
Operating Season
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Number of Restaurant Bar Internet Rooms
Handicap Accessible Rooms
Pet Friendly
NEW YORK, USA
ALEXANDRIA BAY Boardwalk Motel | 41 Walton St. | boardwalk1000islands.com | 315-482-9371, 888-266-3735 Bonnie Castle Resort and Marina | 31 Holland St. | bonniecastle.com | 315-482-4511, 800-955-4511
April to October Year Round
129
Bridgeview Motel | 42823 Rt. 12 | bridgeviewmotel.net | 315-482-4906
May to October
11
Capt.’s Inn & Suites | 116 Church St. | captsinnandsuites.com | 315-482-9332
May to October
60
Capt. Thomson’s Resort | 47 James St. | captthomsons.com | 315-482-9961
May to October
68
Captain Visger House | 2 Church St. | captainvisgerhouse.com | 315-681-3422
May to October
4
Economy Lodging | 109 Church St. | 315-482-6832
May to October
Edgewood Resort Conference Center & Marina | Edgewood Park Dr. | theedgewoodresort.com 315-482-9923, 888-EDGEWOOD
May to October
Hills Motor Court | 24 Bethune St. | hillsmotorcourt.com | 315-482-2741, 888-445-5798
May to October
Maple Crest Motel | 11 Crossmon St. | maplecrestmotel.com | 315-482-9518, 315-486-2727, 888-438-7453
Year Round
Otter Creek Inn | 2 Crossmon St. Ext. | ottercreekinnabay.com | 315-482-5248
May to October
Pinehurst on the St. Lawrence | 20683 Pinehurst Rd | pinehurstcottages.com | 315-482-9452
May to September
Riveredge Resort | 17 Holland St. | riveredge.com | 315-482-9917, 800-ENJOY-US
Year Round
Rock Ledge Motel & Cottages | 45302 Rt. 12 | rockledgemotel.com | 315-482-2191, 800-977-9101
May to October
5 107
12
19 32
19
128
14
May to October
31
The Applewood Inn | 44810 Rt. 12 | theapplewoodinn.com | 315-482-2691
April to October
19
T and Company B&B | 18 Crossmon St. | 315-482-2451
June to September
4
CAPE VINCENT
Year Round
9
Barracks Club Lodge & Cabins | 27605 Baird Point Dr. | capevincent.org/Barracks | 315-654-2327
May to September
4
Cape Motel | 112 E. Broadway St. | 315-654-2525
April to October
6
Allen’s Budget Motel
Ship Motel | 6 Market St. | theshipmotel.com | 315-482-4503
Bad Apple Bin Inn | 427 Market St. | badapplebininn.webs.com | 315-501-5001
BROCKVILLE HIGHLAND GOLF CLUB
Experience the Highland Difference 3111 Parkedale Ave W Brockville, ON Exit 696 N off Hwy 401 mail@brockvillehighlandgolf.com www.brockvillehighlandgolf.com 613-342-7883 Brockville’s oldest 18 hole golf course and one of eastern Ontario’s best!
Located convenient to the 1000 Islands, Fort Drum Military Base and the Salmon Run Mall
Prices from $58 per night We offer modern rooms & efficiencies. All rooms include microwaves, refrigerators, HD flat screen cable TV & FREE high-speed internet. We are walking distance to a 24-hour restaurant, convenience store and golf course. Enjoy complimentary coffee from the office in the morning.
Come Have Fun On The River
Take exit 48 off I-81 and go east on NYS Route 342 through the traffic light 700 feet for affordable rooms and friendly service.
For more information www.allensmotel.webs.com or for reservations 800-545-4184 or 315-782-5319 24019 Rte. 342, Watertown, NY 13601
Sales and Service: Boats, Motors and Trailers • Boat rentals including House Boat rentals • Helping boaters for over 100 years
Brockville ON • 613-342-3462 • www.gilbertmarine.on.ca
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Hotels, Motels and B&Bs
CAPE VINCENT
Tibbetts Point Lighthouse Hostel | 33439 Co. Rt. 6 | hiusa.org | 315-654-3450 The Roxy Hotel | 111 E. Broadway | theroxyhotel.com | 315-654-2100
CHAUMONT
Duck Away Motel | 8130 Co. Rt. 125 | 315-649-2535
CLAYTON AREA
Operating Season June to September
4
16
Year Round
6
Year Round
1000 Islands Wooden Boat Inn | 606 Alexandria St. | woodenboatinn.com | 315-686-5004
May to October
C-Way Golf Club & Resort | 37093 Rt. 12 | cwayresort.com | 315-686-4214
Handicap Accessible Rooms
Year Round
1000 Islands Harbor Hotel | 200 Riverside Dr. | 1000islandsharborhotel.com | 315-686-1100 Bertrand’s Motel | 229 James St. | bertrandsmotel.org | 315-686-3641, 800-472-0683
Number of Restaurant Bar Internet Rooms
Year Round
105
7
Pet Friendly
28
May to October
39
Calumet Motel | 617 Union St. | calumetmotel.com | 315-686-5201, 800-631-4134
April to November
8
Chateau Country Inn | 39621 Chateau Lane | chateaucountryinn.com | 315-686-4217
April to November
4
Clayton Mulberry Cottage B&B | 600 John St. | claytonmulberrycottage.com | 315-686-2272, 800-686-6056 May to October
7
Clipper Inn & Motel | 126 State St. | clipperinn.com | 315-686-3842
April to December
9
Fair Wind Motel and Cottages | 38201 Rt. 12E | 315-686-5251
April to October
10
Island Boat House B&B | Occident Island, Fishers Landing | islandboathouse.com | 315-686-2272, 800-686-6056 June to October
2
Islander Marina and Lodge | 500 Theresa St. | islandermarina.com | 315-686-5574
7
9
K’s Motel & Cottages | 1075 State St. | ksmotelcottages.com | 315-686-3380, 800-643-8622
Year Round Year Round
Lanz’s Motel, Cottages & RV Campground | 40033 Rt. 12 | lanzs.com | 315-686-5690
May to October
McKinley House Bed & Breakfast | 505 Hugunin St. | mckinleyhousebnb.com | 315-686-3518
May to September
4
Micale’s on the River Motel & Cottages | 40454 Riverwood Estates Lane | micalesontheriver.com | 315-391-6587
May to October
4
Mil’s Motel & Cottages | 40115 Rt. 12 | milscottages.com | 315-686-3891, 877-516-9684
May to October
6
17
P.J.’s Motel & River Rat Cafe | 41867 Rt. 180 | pjsmotel.com | 315-686-9886 West Winds Motel & Cottages | 38267 Rt. 12E | westwindsmotel.com | 315-686-3352, 888-937-8963
Year Round
20
May to October
13
Year Round
112
Days Inn Evans Mills/Fort Drum | 25940 Rt. 11, Evans Mills daysinn.com | 315-629-5100
Year Round
57
Grand View B&B | 32579 Rt. 26, Great Bend | reserve1000.com/Hotels-Motels/Grand-View-BB | 315-493-1089
Year Round
10
Motel 6 | 26479 Virginia Smith Dr., Calcium | motel6.com | 315-629-5000
Year Round
100
Pleasant Night Inn | 30 N. Broad St., Rt. 26, Carthage | pleasantnightinn.com | 315-493-2500
Year Round
40
FORT DRUM AREA
Candlewood Suites Watertown/Fort Drum | 26513 Herrick Dr., Evans Mills candlewoodsuites.com/watertownny | 315-629-6990, 888-CANDLEWOOD
HENDERSON HARBOR AREA
Aspinwall Motel | 8544 Co. Rt. 178 | aspinwallmotel.com | 315-938-5421
April to November
24
Captain’s Cove Motel & Marina | 13179 Harbor Rd | captainscove-ny.com | 315-938-7263, 800-824-3474
April to September
6
Henchen Marina & Fishing Camp | 13442 Co. Rt. 123 | henchenmarina.com | 315-938-5313, 888-848-3821
April to October
5
Ruddy’s Fishing Camp | 8405 Cornell Rd | ronditch.com | 315-938-5234
April to October
4
The Bluff B&B | 13390 Paradise Park Rd | thebluffny.com | 315-486-3220
May to October
2
The Sunset Motel | 13337 Co. Rt. 123 | thesunsetmotelny.com | 315-938-5011
SACKETS HARBOR
Year Round
7
Candlelight Guest House | 501 W. Washington St. | imcnet.net/candlelight | 315-646-1518, 800-306-5595
Year Round
3
Harbor House Inn | 103 General Smith Dr. | sacketsharborhouseinn.com | 315-646-8000, 800-564-1812
Year Round
38
Jacob Brewster House B&B | 107 S. Broad St. | jacobbrewsterbandb.com | 315-646-4663
Year Round
4
Marina Inn & Suites | 121 Pike Rd | marinainnny.com | 315-646-3375
Year Round
18
Sackets Harbor B&B | 411 W. Main St. | sacketsharborbandb.com | 315-408-8633
Year Round
3
Year Round
3
Adirondack Efficiencies | 1030 Arsenal St. | adirondack-efficiencies.business.site | 315-785-9028
Year Round
48
Allen’s Budget Motel | 24019 Rt. 342 | allensmotel.webs.com | 315-782-5319, 800-545-4184
Year Round
21
Best Western Watertown Fort Drum | 300 Washington St. | bestwestern.com/watertownfortdrum | 315-782-8000
Year Round
160
Comfort Inn and Suites Watertown-1000 Islands | 110 Commerce Park Dr. comfortinn.com/hotel-watertown-new_york | 315-782-2700
Year Round
135
Econo Lodge | 1030 Arsenal St. | choicehotels.com/hotel/NY138 | 315-782-5500, 800-553-2666
Year Round
57
Fairfield Inn & Suites Watertown/1000 Islands | 250 Commerce Park Dr. | fairfieldinn.com/artfi 315-788-2800, 888-236-2427
Year Round
103
SOUTH JEFFERSON COUNTY
Honeyville Manor | 14245 Fuller Rd, Adams Center | honeyvillemanor.com | 315-583-5597
WATERTOWN
800.847.5263
Operating Season
WATERTOWN
Number of Restaurant Bar Internet Rooms
Handicap Accessible Rooms
Hampton Inn | 155 Commerce Park Dr. | hamptoninn.com | 315-782-2222, 800-HAMPTON
Year Round
90
Hilton Garden Inn Watertown/Thousand Islands | 1290 Arsenal St. | watertown.hgi.com 315-788-1234, 877-STAY-HGI
Year Round
136
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites | 1290 Arsenal St. | hiexpress.com/watertownny | 315-779-1234, 800-HOLIDAY
Year Round
115
Rainbow Motel | 24480 Rt. 12 | rainbowmotelny.com | 315-788-2830, 800-421-8989
Year Round
Ramada Watertown | 21000 Rt. 3 | ramadawatertown.com | 315-788-0700, 800-272-6232
Year Round
145
Royal Inn Motel | 25791 Rt. 37 | 315-788-2910
Year Round
26
The Inn at 81 Travelodge | 1190 Arsenal St. | theinnat81.com | 315-788-6800, 800-799-5224
Year Round
95
20
WELLESLEY ISLAND
Thousand Islands Country Club Villas | Co. Rt. 100 | ticountryclub.com | 315-482-9454
ONTARIO, CANADA 1000 ISLANDS PARKWAY
Boathouse Country Inn | 19 Front St., Rockport | boathousecountryinn.com | 613-659-2348
May to October
8
Capricorn Motel Royale 1000 Islands | 108 Ivy Lea Rd, Ivy Lea | 1000islandsivylea.com | 613-659-2275, 877-896-9217 May to October
14
Glen House Resort | 409 Thousand Islands Pkwy., Lansdowne | glenhouseresort.com 613-659-2204, 800-268-4536
March to December
69
Year Round
2
Ivy Lea Suites & Cottages | 82 Ivy Lea Rd, Ivy Lea | ivyleasuites.com | 613-659-2081
Year Round
Misty Isles Lodge | 25 River Rd, Lansdowne | mistyisles.ca | 613-382-4232
May to October
Peck’s Marina | 505 - 1000 Islands Pkwy., Lansdowne | pecksmarina.ca | 613-659-3185, 800-951-7325
April to October
Resting Rooster Farm B&B | RR 1, 382 Railway St., Lansdowne | bbcanada.com/3870.html | 613-659-2500
BROCKVILLE
Year Round
3
April to December
2
Chalet Cabins | 1131 Co. Rd 2 E. | chaletcabins.ca | 613-342-6010
May to October
10
Comfort Inn Brockville | 7777 Kent Blvd. | choicehotels.ca/cn258 | 613-345-0042, 800-228-5150
Year Round
78
Days Inn Brockville | 160 Stewart Blvd. | daysinnbrockville.com | 613-342-6613
Year Round
85
Green Door Bed & Breakfast | 61 Buell St. | greendoorbb.com | 613-341-9325
Pet Friendly
Calico Cat B&B | 193 Brockmere Cliff Dr. | bbcanada.com/350.html | 613-342-0363
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May to September
3
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brockville | 7815 Kent Blvd. | hiexpress.com/brockvilleon 613-342-1883, 877-234-8285
Year Round
80
Sir Isaac Brock Bed and Breakfast | 89 Church St. | sirisaacbrockbb.com | 613-865-8924
Year Round
3
Super 8 Brockville | 1843 Hwy. 2 E. | 613-345-1622, 855-973-6215
Year Round
57
Travelodge Brockville | 7789 Kent Blvd. | travelodgebrockville.com | 613-345-3900, 800-457-9419
Year Round
72
GANANOQUE
1000 Islands Country Squire Resort | 715 King St. E. | 1000islandscountrysquireresort.com | 613-382-3511, 800-267-9415 Year Round Absolute 1000 Islands Suites | 22 Church St. | absolutelocations.net | 613-777-4122
May to November
65
6 units
Beaver Hall Bed & Breakfast | 75 King St. W. | beaverhallbedandbreakfast.com | 613-382-4590
May to October
6
Colonial Resort & Spa | 780 King St. W. | colonialresort.com | 613-382-3226, 800-267-9497
April to November
54
Comfort Inn & Suites Thousand Islands Harbor District | 22 Main St. comfortinn1000islands.com | 613-382-7272, 800-265-7474
Year Round
62
Gananoque Inn & Spa | 550 Stone St. S. | gananoqueinn.com | 613-382-2165, 888-565-3101
Year Round
51
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gananoque | 777 King St. E. | holidayinnexpress1000islands.com 613-382-8338, 866-301-2650
Year Round
61
Howard Johnson | 550 King St. E. | wyndamhotels.com/hojo | 613-382-3911, 888-689-7973
Year Round
50
Islandview Inn | 195 Market St. | islandviewinn.ca | 613-382-2745
Year Round
2 units
Quality Inn & Suites 1000 Islands | 650 King St. E. | qualityinn1000islands.com | 613-382-1453, 866-466-7912 Year Round
54
Ramada Provincial Inn | 846 King St. E. | ramadaprovincialinn.ca | 613-382-2038, 877-837-7768
77
Sleepy Hollow Bed & Breakfast | 95 King St. W. | sleepyhollowbb.ca | 613-382-4377, 866-426-7422 The Woodview Inn | 250 King St. W. | woodview.com | 613-382-1110
April to October Year Round Year Round
7 10
Travelodge 1000 Islands | 785 King St. E. | travelodge1000islands.com | 613-382-4728, 866-466-6773
May to November
29
Trinity House Inn | 90 Stone St. S. | trinityinn.com | 613-382-8383, 800-265-4871
May to November
8
PRESCOTT AREA
Colonel’s Inn | 408 East St. | colonelsinn.com | 613-925-2159
Year Round
8
Dewar’s Inn on the River | 1649 Co. Rd 2, Augusta | dewarsinn.com | 613-925-3228, 877-433-9277
Year Round
18
Year Round
12
Johnstown Motel | 1843 Co. Rd 2, Johnstown | johnstownmotel.com | 613-657-3548, 877-657-3555 Ship’s Anchor Inn B&B | 495 King St. W. | shipsanchorinn.com | 613-925-3573, 613-246-6263
May to October
3
Bay Motel | 299 Hwy. 15, Seeley’s Bay | baymotel.ca | 613-387-3800
May to December
11
Denaut Mansion Country Inn | 5 Mathew St., Delta | denautmansion.com | 613-928-2588, 877-788-0388
April to October
5
RIDEAU CANAL AREA
Westport Station Motel | 52 Concession St., Westport | westportstationmotel.com | 613-273-3627
Year Round
16
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Cottages & House Rentals
Waterfront: W • Dockage: D • Boat Launch: BL • Internet: I • Pet Friendly: P
Season # of Amenities Units
NEW YORK, USA ALEXANDRIA BAY
Captain Jerry's A-Bay Getaway 13 Anthony St. vrbo.com/835054
732-581-6248
April to Nov.
1
W, D, I
Crestwood Cottages 46943 Carnegie Bay Rd crestwoodcottages.com
315-408-1780
May to Sept.
2
W, D, I, P
Dingman Point Cottage 47311 Dingman Point Rd
315-482-4304
June to Sept.
1
W, D
Friendly Island Friendly Island privateislandparadise.yolasite.com
315-775-8225
May to Oct.
3
Gipperich Seasonal Cottage 315-482-2272 47449 Dingman Point Rd 315-771-8734 sites.google.com/site/gipperichcottages/
May to Oct.
2
Hi-Da-Way Cottages 47561 Dingman Point Rd hi-da-way.com
May to Oct.
315-482-4492
Kring Point State Park 315-482-2444 May to Oct. 25950 Kring Point Rd 800-456-CAMP nysparks.com
9
8
315-654-2495
Year Round
32
W, D, I
Barracks Club Lodge & Cabins 27605 Baird Point Dr. capevincent.org/barracks
315-654-2327
May to Sept.
1
W
585-742-1410
May to Oct.
W, D, I, P
W, D, I
Branche House 3129 Branche Rd branchehouse.com Cape House 3128 Branche Rd capehouseny.com
585-742-1410
May to Oct.
1
W, D, I, P
W, D, I
732-322-1683
May to Oct.
6
D, I, P
W, D, I
Capeway Cottages 868 E. Broadway capewaycottages.com
315-654-2375
May to Oct.
2
W, I
W, D, BL, P
Maple Grove Vacation Rentals 596 W. Broadway St. homeaway.com Old Featherbed Shoals Cottage 32380 River Rd
315-654-4670
1
W
Riverside Cottages 230 N. Market St. capevincent.org/riverside
315-654-2001
June to Oct.
3
W, D
Sunset Shores 32878 Rt. 12E bonobrothers.com
315-654-3895
May to Oct.
45
W, D
The Copper Top River House 239 Gouvello St. vrbo.com/1256787
315-286-5209
Year Round
1
The Resort at Snug Harbor 28616 Co. Rt. 6 theresortatsnugharbor.com
315-834-6571
May to Oct.
41
W, D, BL, P
Thousand Islands Marina & Cottages 315-654-2174 34797 Co. Rt. 7 thousandislandsmarina.com
May to Oct.
9
D, BL, I, W
Warrens Trailer Park & Cottages Rt. 12E
May to Oct.
6
W, BL, P
Sportsmans Hideaway 315-408-5093 May to Nov. 1 Campground & Marina 30167 Co. Rt. 179 hoistion.com/sportsmanshideaway
W, D, BL, I, P
W, D, BL, I, P
Pinehurst on the St. Lawrence 20683 Pinehurst Rd pinehurstcottages.com
315-482-9452
May to Sept.
34
W, D, BL
River Rock Cottages 46931 Carnegie Bay Rd riverrockcottages.net
585-269-8122
May to Oct.
5
W, D, I, P
Rock Ledge Motel & Cottages 315-482-2191 45302 Rt. 12 800-977-9101 rockledgemotel.com
May to Oct.
6
Shaw’s Mobile Home Park, Inc. 42665 Seaway Ave.
315-686-5066
May to Oct.
W, D, BL
St. Lawrence Grande Edgewood Road
315-482-3306
Year Round
W, D, I, P
Swan Bay Resort and Marina 315-482-SWAN May to Oct. 10 1000 Islands Premier RV Park & Marina 43615 Rt. 12 swanbayresort.com/1000islands
CAPE VINCENT Angel Rock Waterfront Cottages & Vacation Homes 34311 Rt.12E angelrock.com
Ledges Resort & Marina 315-783-8605 May to Oct. 10 71 Anthony St. ledgesresortandmarina.com
2
Season # of Amenities Units
I
W, D, BL, I
Thousand Islands Winery 43298 Seaway Ave., Suite 1 thousandislandswinery.com
315-482-9306
Year Round
2
Wildwood Cottages 26565 Kring Point Rd
315-783-5161
May to Oct.
5
W, D, I, P
Winter Isle Cottages 315-482-4540 May to Oct. 3 48571 Wintergreen Island winterisle.com
W, D, BL, I, P
I
315-654-3324
CHAUMONT
CLAYTON Cal’s Cottages 16664 Calhoun Rd calscottages.com
315-686-1743
May to Oct.
12
W, D, BL
Canoe Point State Park Grindstone Island (boat access only) nysparks.com
315-686-4472 800-456-CAMP
May to Sept.
5
W, D, P
Channelside Cottage on 804-263-6222 May to Oct. Little Round Island 15579 Little Round Island vrbo.com/1128733
1
W, D, I
Cozy Cottage on Little Round Island 804-263-6222 15614 Little Round Island vrbo.com/1105333
May to Oct.
1
W, D, I
Dockside Cottages 40263 Rt. 12 docksidecottages.com
315-285-4584
May to Oct.
7
W, D, I, P
Fair Wind Motel and Cottages 38201 Rt. 12E
315-686-5251
April to Oct.
8
W, D, I, P
K’s Motel & Cottages 1075 State St. ksmotelcottages.com
315-686-3380 800-643-8622
Year Round
D, I
Lanz’s Motel, Cottages & RV Campground 40033 Rt. 12, lanzs.com
315-686-5690
May to Oct.
W, D, BL
16
800.847.5263
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Waterfront: W • Dockage: D • Boat Launch: BL • Internet: I • Pet Friendly: P Season # of Amenities Units
Season # of Amenities Units
CLAYTON
Lawrence View Seasonal Park 39811 Rt. 12
315-686-4040
May to Oct.
3
W, D, I, P
Micale’s on the River Motel & Cottages 40454 Riverwood Estates Lane micalesontheriver.com
315-699-7388
May to Oct.
2
W, D, I
Mil’s Motel & Cottages 40115 Rt. 12 milscottages.com
315-686-3891 877-516-9684
May to Oct.
14
W, D
Riverside Acres Campground & Cottages 38241 Rt. 12E riversideacrescampgrounds.com
315-686-4001
June to Oct.
3
I, P
Seaway Slips Cottage & Boat Rentals 315-686-4695 May to Sept. 5 1100 State St. seawayslips.com
W, D, BL, I, P
West Winds Motel & Cottages 38267 Rt. 12E westwindsmotel.com
315-686-3352 888-937-8963
May to Sept.
13
W, D, I, P
315-639-4755
May to Sept.
1
W, D, BL
Bill & Jack’s Marina & Cottages 42088 Co. Rt. 195 billandjacks.com
315-686-3592
May to Oct.
7
W, D, BL
Grass Point State Park & Marina 42247 Grassy Point Rd nysparks.com
315-686-4472 800-456-CAMP
DEXTER Kitto’s Marina 23177 Kitto Marina Dr., Pillar Point
FISHERS LANDING
May to Sept.
1
W, D, BL
ONTATIO, CANADA 1000 ISLANDS PARKWAY
44 Hill Island 44 Hill Island Heights, Hill Island
613-661-0958
April to Oct.
1
W, D, I
Boathouse Country Inn Bunkhouse 613-659-2348 19 Front St., Rockport boathousecountryinn.com
May to Oct.
1
W, D, I
Glen House Resort 613-659-2204 409 Thousand Islands Pkwy., 800-268-4536 Lansdowne glenhouseresort.com
March to Dec. 1
W, D, BL, I
Ivy Lea Suites & Cottages 82 Ivy Lea Rd, Ivy Lea ivyleasuites.com
613-659-2081
Year Round
1
W, D, I
Misty Isles Lodge 25 River Rd, Lansdowne mistyisles.ca
613-382-4232
May to Oct.
9
W, D, BL, I
Watermark Cottages 345 1000 Islands Pkwy., Lansdowne watermarkcottages.com
613-484-5002
May to Oct.
4
W, D, I, P
613-342-6010
May to Oct.
3
W, D, I
BROCKVILLE Chalet Cabins 1131 Co. Rd 2 E. chaletcabins.ca
CHARLESTON LAKE Lakeline Lodge & Marina 613-924-9114 May to Oct. 15 782 Cedar Park Rd, RR 1 lakelinelodge.com
W, D, BL, I, P
GANANOQUE
HENDERSON HARBOR Captain’s Cove Motel & Marina 13179 Harbor Rd captainscove-ny.com
315-938-7263 800-824-3474
Henchen Marina & Fishing Camp 13442 Co. Rt. 123 henchenmarina.com
315-938-5313 888-848-3821
April to Sept.
6
W, D, I, P
W, D, P
Griffin’s Lakeside Cottages RR 2, 1101 Gananoque Lake Rd
613-382-2858
May to Oct.
W, D, BL, I
Harbourview Cottage 145 St. Lawrence St. ivyleasuites.com
613-659-2081
Year Round
1
I
Harmer’s Housekeeping Cottages 135 1000 Islands Pkwy. harmerscottages.com
613-382-3675 866-381-2039
May to Oct.
6
W, D, BL, I
Horseblock Point Cottages 355 Thousand Islands Pkwy. horseblockpoint.com
855-844-6773
May to Oct.
8
W, D, BL, P
613-382-2836
May to Oct.
20
W, D, BL, P
KOA 1000 Islands 315-938-5655 at Association Island 800-393-4189 15530 Snowshoe Rd airesort.com
May to Oct.
W, D, BL, I
Robert G. Wehle State Park 5182 State Park Rd nysparks.com
315-938-5302
May to Oct.
1
W
Pinecrest Resort & Cottages 4055 Hwy. 2 pinecrestresort.ca/home.html
Ruddy’s Fishing Camp/ Ron Ditch and Sons 8405 Cornell Rd ronditch.com
315-938-5234
April to Oct.
4
W, D, BL, I
Spencer’s Cottages 613-382-4289 April to Oct. 8 & Boat Rentals 4607 Hwy. 2 W. 1000islandscottages.com
W, D, BL, I, P
W, D, BL, I, P
Willowbank Motor Court 4682 Hwy. 2, RR 3 willowbankmotorcourt.ca
The Willows on the Lake 315-938-5977 April to Oct. 7 11609 Rt. 3 thewillowsonthelake.com
613-382-2270
May to Oct.
I
LYNDHURST
WELLESLEY ISLAND Captain Jerry’s Cottage 45063 Co. Rt. 100A vrbo.com/557662
732-581-6248
April to Nov.
1
W, D, I
Shawmere Cottages 128 Larose Bay Rd shawmere.com
613-387-3847
May to Oct.
14
W, D, I
Captain Jerry’s River House 45070 Co. Rt. 100A vrbo.com/501553
732-581-6248
April to Nov.
1
W, D, B, I
Singleton Lake Family Campground 613-387-3230 3485 Co. Rd 3, RR 1 855-887-3230 singletonlake.ca
May to Oct.
6
W, D, BL
DeWolf Point State Park 45920 Co. Rt. 191 nysparks.com
315-482-2012 800-456-CAMP
May to Sept.
14
W, D, BL, P
Rock Baie Retreat 19289 Rock Baie Rd vrbo.com/649490
345-525-3882
Year Round
Wellesley Island State Park 44927 Cross Island Rd nysparks.com Westminster House 47432 Westminster Park Rd vrbo.com/858848
RIDEAU LAKES AREA
Cedar Cove Cottages 613-272-2882 1170 Beach Lake, Portland
6
W, D
1
W, D, I, P
Cranberry Lake Cottages 877-387-1075 1170 Beach Lane, Seeley’s Bay cranberrylakecottages.com
May to Oct.
4
W, D, BL, I
315-482-2722 800-456-CAMP Year Round
12
W, D, BL
Stirling Lodge 2 Drummond St., Newboro stirlinglodge.com
May to Oct.
4
W, D, I
315-775-8225
1
W, D, I
Year Round
613-272-2435
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Season
Amenities
NEW YORK, USA ALEXANDRIA BAY
1000 Islands Campground | 42099 Rt. 12 1000islandscampground.com
HENDERSON HARBOR
315-686-2600 May to Oct. 88
T, E, RV, WS, C, P
Grass Point State Park & Marina | 42247 Grassy Point Rd 315-686-4472 May to Sept. 77 T, E, RV, W, D, BL, P nysparks.com 800-456-CAMP Keewaydin State Park & Marina | 45165 Rt. 12 315-482-3331 May to Sept. 50 nysparks.com 800-456-CAMP
T, W, D, BL, P
Kring Point State Park | 25950 Kring Point Rd 315-482-2444 May to Oct. 97 T, E, RV, C, W, D, BL, P nysparks.com 800-456-CAMP Swan Bay Resort—1000 Islands Premier RV Park & Marina 315-482-SWAN May to Oct. 110 43615 Rt. 12 | swanbayresort.com
CAPE VINCENT
Burnham Point State Park | 34075 Rt. 12E 315-654-2324 May to Sept. 47 nysparks.com 800-456-CAMP Martin’s Marina | 28491 Co. Rt. 6 martinsmarina.com
315-654-3104
Sunset Shores | 32878 Rt. 12E bonobrothers.com
315-654-3895 May to Oct. 4
45
CHAUMONT & THREE MILE BAY
Hidden Harbor Campground & Marina 315-783-1201 May to Oct. 60 4813 Hidden Harbor Rd, Three Mile Bay hiddenharborcamp.com Long Point State Park | 7495 State Park Rd, Three Mile Bay nysparks.com
T, E, RV, WS, W, D, BL, P T, E, RV, W, P T, W, D, BL W, D
T, E, RV, WS, W, D, BL, P
315-649-5258 May to Sept. 85 T, E, RV, W, D, BL, P
Shangri-La Campground & Marina 315-649-2979 May to Oct. 58 T, E, RV, WS, C, W, 18835 S. Shore Rd, Three Mile Bay D, BL, P Sportsmans Hideaway Campground & Marina 315-408-5093 May to Nov. 31 30167 Co. Rt. 179, Chaumont timhwebdesign.com/camp/
CLAYTON
E, RV, WS, C, W, D, BL, P
Birch Haven Campground | 38191 Rt. 12E birchhavencamp.com
315-686-5253 May to Oct. 80 E, RV, WS, C, W, D, P
Canoe Point State Park | Grindstone Island (boat access only) nysparks.com
315-686-4472 May to Sept. 25 800-456-CAMP
T, C, W, D, P
Cedar Point State Park & Marina 36661 Cedar Point State Park Dr. nysparks.com
315-654-2522 May to Oct. 178 800-456-CAMP
T, E, RV, WS, W, D, BL, P
French Creek Marina & Campground | 250 Wahl St. 315-686-3621 April to Oct. 120 frenchcreekmarina.com
T, E, RV, WS, W, D, BL, P
Lanz’s Motel, Cottages & RV Campground | 40033 Rt. 12 315-686-5690 May to Oct. 64 lanzs.com
E, RV, WS, C, W, D, BL
Merry Knoll 1000 Islands Campground 38115 Rt. 12E merryknollcampground.com Riverside Acres Campground & Cottages | 38241 Rt. 12E riversideacrescampgrounds.com
DEXTER
Season
315-686-3055 May to Oct. 85 T, E, RV, WS, C, W, P
315-686-4001
61
T, E, RV, WS, C, P
Black River Bay Campground | 16129 Foster Park Rd 315-639-3735 May to Oct. 150 T, E, RV, WS, C, W, blackriverbaycamp.com D, BL, P
KOA 1000 Islands at Association Island 15530 Snowshoe Rd | airesort.com
# of Sites
Tent sites: T • Electric sites: E • RV sites: RV Waterfront: W • Dockage: D Boat Launch: BL • Water/Sewer: WS Cabins: C • Pet Friendly: P
# of Sites
Camping Amenities
315-938-5655 May to Oct. 305 E, RV, WS, C, W, D, BL 800-393-4189
Southwick Beach State Park | 8139 Southwicks Pl. 315-938-5083 May to Oct. 112 nysparks.com 800-456-2267
T, E, RV, W, P
The Willows on the Lake | 11609 St. Rt. 3 315-938-5977 April to Oct. 100 T, E, RV, WS, C, W, thewillowsonthelake.com D, BL, P
SACKETS HARBOR Westcott Beach State Park | 12224 Rt. 3 nysparks.com
315-938-5083 May to Sept. 164 T, E, RV, W, D, BL, P 800-456-CAMP
WELLESLEY ISLAND
Cross Island Farms | 44301 Cross Island Rd 315-482-FOOD Year Round 4 T, P crossislandfarms.com (3663) DeWolf Point State Park | 45920 Co. Rt. 191 315-482-2012 May to Sept. 15 T, RV, C, W, D, BL, P nysparks.com 800-456-CAMP Mary Island State Park 315-482-9381 May to Sept. 12 T, W, D, P nysparks.state.ny.us 800-456-CAMP Waterson Point State Park | 44927 Cross Island Rd nysparks.com
315-482-2722 May to Sept.
W, D, P
Wellesley Island State Park | 44927 Cross Island Rd 315-482-2722 May to Oct. 432 T, E, RV, WS, C, W, nysparks.com 800-456-2267 D, BL, P
ONTARIO, CANADA DELTA
Lower Beverley Lake Park 146 Lower Beverley Lake Park Rd beverleylakepark.com
613-928-2881 May to Oct. 235 T, E, RV, C, W, D, P
GANANOQUE
Pinecrest Resort & Cottages | 4055 Hwy. 2 613-382-2836 May to Oct. 30 T, E, RV, WS, pinecrestresort.ca/home.html W, D, BL, P
LANSDOWNE
1000 Islands Camping Resort 382 1000 Islands Pkwy. 1000islandscampingresort.com
613-659-3058 May to Oct. 172
T, E, RV, WS, P
1000 Islands/Ivy Lea KOA Campground 613-659-2817 May to Oct. 127 T, E, RV, WS, C, P 514 Thousand Islands Pkwy. 800-562-2471 1000islandskoa.com Charleston Lake Provincial Park 148 Woodvale Rd, RR 4 ontarioparks.com
613-659-2065 May to Oct. 250 T, E, RV, C, W, D, BL, P 888-ONT-PARK
Ivy Lea Campground | 649 1000 Islands Pkwy. 613-659-3057 May to Oct. 150 T, E, RV, C, W, D, BL, P stlawrenceparks.com 800-437-2233 Misty Isles Lodge | 25 River Rd 613-382-4232 May to Oct. 17 T, E, RV, WS, C, mistyisles.ca W, D, BL, P
LYNDHURST
Singleton Lake Family Campground 3485 Co. Rd 3, RR 1 singletonlake.ca
613-387-3230 May to Oct. 100 855-887-3230
MALLORYTOWN
T, E, RV, WS, C, W, D, P
1000 Islands/Mallorytown KOA Holiday Campground 613-923-5339 April to Oct. 133 1477 Co. Rd 2 800-562-9725 1000islandscamping.com
T, E, RV, WS, C, P
Pleasure Park RV Resort 613-923-5490 May to Sept. 300 80 Graham Lake Rd tourpleasurepark.com
T, E, RV, WS, W, D, BL, P
Thousand Islands National Park of Canada Headquarters parkscanada.gc.ca/ti
T, WS, C, W, D BL, P
PRESCOTT
Grenville Park | 2323 Co. Rd 2 grenvillepark.com
613-923-5261 May to Oct. 61 888-773-8888
613-925-2000 April to Nov. 195 T, E, RV, C, W, BL, P
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he perfect place to begin your trip. Start at the Aquatarium, an interactive discovery center devoted to the history, ecology and culture of the 1000 Islands. The Aquatarium is at the water’s edge, overlooking the Brockville harbour. Steps away you will find the departure point for 1000 Islands boat cruises. If being on or near the water is on your vacation list, experience the 1000 Islands on a high-speed adventure boat or enjoy a leisurely afternoon or dinner cruise. Sixteen islands in the 1000 Islands are operated by the City of Brockville and offer dock space, picnic sites and camping. Boat or paddle over from downtown Brockville to experience what it is like to have your own island. From the mainland, enjoy riverside dining or pick up lunch to enjoy at one of our many downtown waterfront parks. The city is blessed with beautiful architecture; its star is Fulford Place, an Edwardian-styled mansion with an eclectic flair. Take the guided tour for a glimpse of how the wealthy shaped this city. Brockville’s history, dating back to the 1770s, can be explored at the Brockville Museum; learn about the city’ rich industrial and social history through a variety of exhibits and programming. As night falls, take in a show at the Brockville Arts Centre; this beautifully restored heritage theatre is well known for its comfort and fine acoustics, and regularly presents live theatre and entertainment.
Fulford Place and Homewood Museum Step back in time at Fulford Place and Homewood Museum. Hours Fulford Place - 287 King Street East, Brockville, 613-498-3003
Fulford Place: May 20 to September 4, 2017 Seven days a week, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Homewood Museum: May 20 to September 3, 2017 Wednesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Homewood Museum - Highway 2 between Maitland and Prescott, locator #1372, 613-348-1246
To learn more about the museums, tours and seasonal hours, please visit heritagetrust.on.ca.
Brockville is home to Canada’s First Railway Tunnel! Completed in 1860, the 158-year-old tunnel runs from the city’s central waterfront area right under the centre of Brockville. The railway tunnel has been refurbished and is now open from end-to-end for visitor traffic. A dramatic lighting system dazzles a colourful light show which highlights the tunnel’s interior. Brockville and District Tourism 10 Market St. West, Brockville, ON K6V 4R7 888-251-7676 www.brockvilletourism.com tourism@brockvillechamber.com
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ibbetts Point Lighthouse stands tall at the very edge of Lake Ontario where the Great Lakes system funnels into the St. Lawrence River. The lighthouse is an extension of Cape Vincent – the community where lake and river meet – and a place not to be missed by those who want to get an upclose view of this majestic waterway. Cape Vincent is a historic community that takes great pride in its French heritage. The colorful French Festival is held every year near Bastille Day, the second weekend in July. On the last weekend in June, Cape Vincent hosts “Historical Weekend,” featuring battle reenactments, exhibits and period watercraft. Anglers compete in several area warm water and ice fishing derbies while SCUBA divers take advantage of river access from Waterfront Park. Visitors enjoy strolling through the Village Green for concerts, craft fairs, vintage auto shows and farmers markets throughout the spring, summer and fall. “The Cape” is now home to a winery – plus a downtown tasting room – as well as a brewery serving locally made beverages. Looking to stay in Cape Vincent? Options range from the historic boutique Roxy Hotel to longer-term cottage rentals along the shoreline. Horne’s Ferry, the only international auto passenger ferry crossing the St. Lawrence River to Canada, is located in Cape Vincent and departs from May to October. Take the path less traveled by hailing the ferry to picturesque Wolfe Island before heading to metropolitan Kingston on the Canadian side. Cape Vincent Chamber of Commerce 173 North James St. Cape Vincent, NY 13618 315-654-2481 www.capevincent.org thecape@tds.net
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his quintessential river town has undergone a revival in recent years to offer new places to stay, dine and play while preserving the small town vacation traditions that has made it a favorite among visitors for more than a century. Clayton brought in luxury with the 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel, an up-scale Four Diamond Rated AAA hotel perched along the St. Lawrence River. Balance that with the traditional family-run motels and fire-pit and volleyball net cottage colonies along the water and you learn why more and more people are basing their 1000 Islands vacation in Clayton. The community is harvesting the fruitful products of its inland properties and staking a claim in the craft beverage market with a brewery, two wineries with vineyards and a pair of distilleries. Clayton’s museums immerse visitors in river culture. The Antique Boat Museum is home to North America’s largest collection of wooden and classic boats, many of which still venture onto the river! The Thousand Islands Museum houses the Muskie Hall of Fame. Some say it’s the local fishing community who came up with the famous Thousand Island Dressing that shares the region’s name. The Thousand Islands Arts Center showcases handmade textiles and offers exhibits and workshops for seasonal and short-term visitors. Private galleries and the Clayton Opera House bring the arts to Clayton for all to enjoy. Head downtown and discover small shops focused on river- and cottagethemed apparel, keepsakes and more. Enjoy a quick bite or meticulously planned meal while seated outdoors, often with a stunning river view. Make Clayton your first-stop for diving into the 1000 Islands. Clayton Chamber of Commerce 517 Riverside Dr., Clayton, NY 13624 315-686-3771 , 800-252-9806 www.1000islands-clayton.com info@1000islands-clayton.com
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K’s Motel & Cottages Modern motel rooms Efficiencies and Cottages Quiet surroundings River view • Picnic area BBQ Air conditioned • Color cable TV Wireless Internet • Electric heat Package plans including rooms, meals and attractions. For free brochure and information, call or write: 1075 State Street, Clayton, NY 13624 • 315-686-3380 Call toll-free: 1-800-643-8622 • www.ksmotelcottages.com
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Gananoque Ontario
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ust west of the Thousand Islands International Bridge is riverside Gananoque, the perfect spot for a 1000 Islands vacation that mixes smalltown charm, outdoor adventure and unforgettable experiences. Fun awaits in “Gan,” from swimming at Joel Stone Park and biking along the Parkway to kayaking among the Admiralty Islands just off shore. It’s the only place in the region to view the islands from way above, via 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours or SkyDive Gan. Boat tours aboard Gananoque Boat Line as well as private fishing charters depart daily in season from Gananoque’s easily-accessible waterfront. Catch a glimpse of island history at the nearby Arthur Child Heritage Museum and Thousand Islands Boat Museum, both located in the harbor!
1000 Islands Tourism Visitor Centre 787 King St. E. Gananoque, ON K7G 1H8 613-381-8427 www.1000islandstourism.com
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Henderson Harbor New York
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Kingston Ontario
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here is an unmistakable European joie de vivre here. Sipping espresso at Coffeeco in front of Market Square, the morning Farmer’s Market gives way to frolicking children. Later, lawn chairs are brought out for Movie Night. Peruse art shops and alleyways like Antique Alley for collectables and Martello Alley, an artist collective of original and printed works. Another cobbled alleyway leads to Chez Piggy for seafood platters and duck wings. Pan Chancho bakes their bread and invites you to devour warm maple butter tarts. Seduced by the wafting aromas of MioGelato, relent to their luscious scoops. Sample Kingston Olive Oil Co.’s international extra virgin oils. Stone City Ales is a thirst-quenching stop. Pair 12 Star Session Ale with candied bacon BLTs. The locally sourced menu at Juniper Café’s patio by the shore is simple and wholesome. Nearby, the recently closed Kingston Penitentiary looms ominously. If you want to dissuade a person from a life of crime, book a tour of the cavernous halls. The grand 19th century architecture is typical of the “Limestone City.” Atop Fort Henry National Historic Site, views of the harbour, teeming with boats, are panoramic. Explore 19th Century military life in this living history museum, fire a rifle and watch the Sunset Ceremony reenactment of the War of 1812. Allegedly haunted, it’s the place to be on Halloween for Fort Fright. In winter, Lumina Borealis transforms the fort into a winter wonderland. Kingston’s dining scene explodes with diversity best discovered by Kingston Food Tours. From Tango Nuevo’s Persian barbeque lamb tacos to Chien Noir Bistro’s savoury duck confit poutine, there is rustic charm. For a Pan-Canadiana menu head to AquaTerra overlooking the water. Native sons and daughters from Sir John A. Macdonald to the Tragically Hip have forged Kingston’s cultural landscape from Canada’s first capital to its burgeoning music, arts and food scene. Hashtag FreshMadeDaily and discover the bold ‘taste of place’ that makes Kingston the Capital of Hip.
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The beautiful waterfront attracts scores of visitors through the award-winning St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival outdoor theatre performances in July and August, free summer Sunday Night Concert Series, 148-slip marina with seasonal and transient docking and Fort Wellington National Historic Site. Challenge yourself at the Prescott Golf Club, Tennis Club, or Lawn Bowling Club.
Town of Prescott 613-925-2812 www.prescott.ca
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Sackets Harbor
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istoric Sackets Harbor, a New York State-designated Heritage Area, offers excellent restaurants, overnight accommodations including the newly remodeled Harbor House Inn, specialty shops, modern marinas, and recreational activities, with special seasonal celebrations and events. Begin at the Sackets Harbor Visitor Center in the 1803 home of founder Augustus Sacket. Watch a video about the waterfront community’s history, pick up a tour map and explore. The Sackets Harbor Battlefield features exhibits, period-costumed interpreters and a guided historic home tour. The site hosts the annual War of 1812 Weekend re-enactment. A history trail, military cemetery and Madison Barracks are open year round. Celebrate cross-border friendship at the Can-Am Festival parade in July with music, food and entertainment. The Arts Association of Northern New York offers classes, an art gallery and Plein Air festival. Enjoy Sunday concerts on the waterfront July through Labor Day. The historic Union Hotel hosts an annual Quilt Show on Columbus Day weekend as well as speaker programs, concerts and exhibits all year. Stay in one of the village’s charming boutique inns, hotels or quaint bed-andbreakfast establishments, or camp under the stars at one of the lakeside state parks and private campgrounds. Kayak and bird watch in the marshes. Cast a line in Black River Bay. Powerboat or sail on Lake Ontario. Enjoy autumn’s colorful blaze from the 1812 Bicentennial History Trail. Winter brings special downtown events, First Day Hike, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hockey and an icefishing derby. Taste local flavors: cheeses, maple products, wine and other farm-to-table goods are at specialty stores located minutes from the village. Visit the local brewery, restaurants, and vineyard. Visit Old McDonald’s Farm and learn about animals, tour a modern dairy, see newborn calves, and learn how milk is produced.
Sackets Harbor Heritage Area Visitors Center 301 West Main St. Sackets Harbor, NY 13685 315-646-2321, 315-646-3548 www.sacketsharborny.com shvisit@gisco.net
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We’ve got a Taste for History SACKETS HARBOR AND THE TOWN OF HOUNSFIELD invite you to stay for a day, or spend the weekend, and take a taste of our History.
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Classic 19th Century Stone Architecture Sparkling Harbor ~ Marinas ~ Lake Ontario Vista War of 1812 Battlefield Maritime & Military History Museum Tours ~ Art Galleries ~ Restaurants Specialty Shops ~ Historic B&Bs & Boutique Hotels Brewery ~ Winery ~ Farm Tour Tea & Coffee Houses ~ Local Cheese Shop Seasonal Festivals ~ Maple Products (315) 646-2321 Visit us: www.sacketsharborny.com Sponsored by the Village of Sackets Harbor and the Town of Hounsfield in partnership with the Arts Association of Northern New York, the Sackets Harbor Chamber of Commerce, Sackets Harbor Historical Society and the Seaway Trail Foundation.
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Watertown New York
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he city of Watertown is the urban center of Northern New York, with the modern conveniences of national chain stores, restaurants and hotels coexisting with a healthy community of independent shopping, locally owned restaurants and recreational services that provide local flair and a friendly atmosphere. One of Watertown’s greatest treasures - the Black River - is just steps from the shops, wine bars, gastropubs and restaurants of downtown’s Public Square. Seven miles of whitewater featuring 14 sets of class III and IV rapids offer thrilling and reliable adventures from spring through fall. The river has several great play spots for kayakers and has hosted national whitewater competitions. The city’s beautiful Olmsted-designed Thompson Park has golfing, tennis and the New York State Zoo, the only one dedicated to the bears, eagles and other animals of New York. The park’s picnic areas and stone pavilions can be reserved for private functions through the city Parks and Recreation Department. The park is home to the Thompson Park Vortex, an unexplained phenomenon that supposedly teleports visitors—unharmed—to another location within the park without explanation. The location is said to move within the park and visitors enjoy searching for it. Winter in and around the Watertown area brings tubing, snowboarding and downhill skiing to the Dry Hill Ski Area as well as snowshoeing and Nordic skiing to Thompson Park. City of Watertown Parks and Recreation Office 600 William T. Field Dr., Watertown, NY 13601 315-785-7775 www.watertown-ny.gov Greater Watertown-North Country Chamber of Commerce 1291 Faichney Dr., Watertown, NY 13601 315-788-4400 www.watertownny.com chamber@watertownny.com
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