Area Description: Directions: From the South – Rte. 81 to Exit 47(Clayton – Rte. 12 North) left off exit to Clayton. From the North – Rte 81 to Clayton Exit, Rte 12 North to Clayton Clayton is --- 1-1/2 hr. from Syracuse 2-1/2 hr. from Rochester 2-l/2 hr. from Binghamton 5-1/2 hr. from New York City 5-1/2 hr from Boston By Private Plane - General Use Maxson AirField 5 mi. from island in Alexandria Bay - Identifier 89NY By Private Yacht/Boat – Accessible from south - Great Lakes, New York City-Hudson River-Erie Canal- St. Lawrence Seaway. From the north - Canada St. Lawrence Seaway – Rideau Canal System. All these waterways are accessible from the oceans and most any place in the world. A charming and unique part of the world nestled among 1,800 enchanting islands in the St. Lawrence River. Rich in history and exciting historical activities such as a French Festival, tour & enjoy tea in lovely castles, ride in antique boats, ... [Read More]

Area Description: Directions: From the South – Rte. 81 to Exit 47(Clayton – Rte. 12 North) left off exit to Clayton. From the North – Rte 81 to Clayton Exit, Rte 12 North to Clayton Clayton is --- 1-1/2 hr. from Syracuse 2-1/2 hr. from Rochester 2-l/2 hr. from Binghamton 5-1/2 hr. from New York City 5-1/2 hr from Boston By Private Plane - General Use Maxson AirField 5 mi. from island in Alexandria Bay - Identifier 89NY By Private Yacht/Boat – Accessible from south - Great Lakes, New York City-Hudson River-Erie Canal- St. Lawrence Seaway. From the north - Canada St. Lawrence Seaway – Rideau Canal System. All these waterways are accessible from the oceans and most any place in the world. A charming and unique part of the world nestled among 1,800 enchanting islands in the St. Lawrence River. Rich in history and exciting historical activities such as a French Festival, tour & enjoy tea in lovely castles, ride in antique boats, partake in boat auctions, picnic GREAT LOCATION FOR SPECIAL EVENTS : This has been called the Venice of the North. The history of the area and these enchanted islands is fascinating with stories of wars, pirates, sunken ships, boat building, thousand island dressing, grand island hotels, famous people and their families and much more. A Land of castles, mansions, gingerbread cottages and antique boats which are still here and a must see. Watch Island is one of these wonderful Victorian houses. It is located in Blind Bay south of Fishers Landing and north of Rounds Island and can be seen on google earth. A place where freedom and adventure rule and ~~~~~ FALL is Fabulous WINTER is Wonderful SPRING is Splendid SUMMER is Sensational FALL is exploding with color and reflections in the crystal clear river. WINTER is still, white and breathtaking. SPRING is bursting with natures wonders. SUMMER is everyone's dream vacation. Unforgettable! GREAT LOCATION FOR SPECIAL EVENTS : GREAT LOCATION FOR SPECIAL EVENTS Ask about corporate events and wedding specials! Private General Use Maxson AirField 5 mi. from island - Identifier 89NY What To Do: Swimming, boating, fishing (guides available), hunting, golf, tennis, sailing, water-skiing, scuba diving, snorkeling, jet skiing, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, biking, fall foliage, sightseeing in Canada as well as U.S., duty-free shopping, unique gift shops (The Boatique Gift Shop on Bluff Island - only accessible by boat), 1000 island boat tours, tours of Boldt Castle, Victorian teas (Dark Castle teas), craft shows, a world famous Antique Boat Museum, antique shops, and art museums, boat tours, helicopter rides. There are many fine restaurants in Clayton and Alexandria Bay as well as in Canada. Foxy’s is a small local restaurant with a bar in Fishers Landing only 5 min. by boat from Watch Island. Swan Bay Restaurant close to island and accessible by boat. Wellesley Island Hotel is an outstanding restauran Other Activities: touring castles, boating, island hopping, camping, relaxing in the hammock antique boat museums, restaurants, visit Catherine Hinds Spa in Clayton.