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• Jefferson County
• Thousand Islands
• Watertown, NY
• Fort Drum, NY
• Sackets Harbor, NY
• Cape Vincent, NY
• Clayton, NY
• Alexandria Bay, NY

Jefferson County, New York

Jefferson County has been labeled the "Fastest Growing County in New York State." Jefferson County is experiencing an unparalleled economic boom as a result of the expansion at Fort Drum, home of the 10th Mountain Division of the US Army. Jefferson County, New York, was created in 1803 and named after the President at that time, Thomas Jefferson. Located in western New York, the area is rich in history. Local attractions include the Black River, famous for salmon fishing, the St. Lawrence River, Lake Ontario and the Tug Hill Plateau. Whether you enjoy fishing, hunting, hiking, swimming, waterskiing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, or snowmobiling, Jefferson County has it all!

In 2005, Jefferson County had a population of 116,384 with 47% of the population living in urban areas, and 53% living in rural areas of the county. The population density is approximately 91 people per square mile. Many small towns and quaint villages such as Sackets Harbor, Cape Vincent, Clayton and Alexandria Bay make up Jefferson County.

Thousand Islands, New York

The "Thousand Islands" (or 1000 Islands) refers to a group of 1800 islands that span an area of about 50 miles in the St. Lawrence River. About two-thirds of the islands are in Canada and one-third in New York state. Despite those numbers they are divided fairly evenly in terms of area. The agreement dividing the islands was negotiated and signed in 1822. Along the river one will find modest cottages, grand new homes and even some castles, such as Boldt Castle located on Heart Island and Singer Castle on Dark Island. Zavikon Island is known to millions as having the world's shortest international bridge, joining the home in Canada to its backyard in the United States. The 1000 Islands Region is sometimes referred to as the "freshwater boating capital of the world." Tourists and locals enjoy watching the freighters on their way to and from the Great Lakes. Many state parks are located in the region including Grass Point, Kring Point, Cedar Point and Burnahm Point State Parks. A drive down the Seaway Trail takes you through historic villages along Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River. The White and Green Trailblazers will guide you on your way. Rich in history, the area attracts tourists from all over. Some popular spots are Sackets Harbor, famous for waterfront concerts on the battlefield and amazing restaurants; Cape Vincent, where Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River meet; Clayton, home of the Antique Boat Museum; and Alexandria Bay, with their poker runs, fast boats and the annual Pirate Days celebration. Another popular stop is Wellesley Island where you will find the in famous Thousand Islands Park, a quaint community formed in 1875.