Family Fun in Thousand Islands

Take a refreshing boat ride to historic Boldt Castle, and Tour one of New York's most famous Attractions ..

Since 1978, 1000 Islands Fishing Charters and Capt. Allen Benas has been providing unique and innovative charters for serious anglers as well as anglers who want to have a little fun.

1000 Islands Water Taxi provides exclusive scenic 1000 Islands cruises aboard a classic wooden boat.

Capt. Jimmy Samia and Ace Charters provides full-day and half-day charter fishing excursions on Lake Ontario for the whole family.

Walk around more than 300 unique and beautifully-preserved boats and thousands of boating artifacts.

This 65-acre island KOA site has 300 sites, a marina with its own boat launch, on-site fishing, kayaks and pedal boats and two-bedroom lakefront cottages.

Between two screens featuring fully-digital double features, the Bay Drive-In can accommodate up to 600 cars and provides audio with FM stereo radio broadcast.

Just minutes from Watertown and the Thousand Islands, Black River Bay Campgrounds is a full-service campground offering both tenting and RV sites.

Located near Fort Drum, this drive-in theater features modern digital technology to show its current films and hosts special events like car shows and Girl Scout camping weekends.

Black River Trail follows part of an abandoned segment corridor of the NY Central Railroad and is a 5-mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Great Bend, NY.

The Cruise-and-Castle Tour at Boldt Castle in the Thousand Islands is one of many suggested itineraries that you can enjoy .. (Spring, Summer, Fall)

This community park overlooks Lake Ontario features a bell tower, walking loop, playground, splash pad, miniature golf and more...

Nicknamed the D-Shaped Dirt Demon, the Brewerton Speedway is a moderately banked 1/3- mile clay track in Brewerton, NY

Capt. Andy Grisenthwaite offers both Lake Ontario fishing charters from April-September and drift boat services on the Salmon and Oswego rivers from September-January.

Located on the beautiful St. Lawrence River, Burnham Point State Park is small and quiet with lightly-wooded campsites, ideal for boating, fishing and relaxing.

Watch as crisp, New York apples are pressed into some of the most delicious cider you will every taste at this historic landmark.

Climb aboard Oswego's Cannonball Runner to fish for Great Lake salmon, trout, steelhead & walleye.

Located on Grindstone Island, Canoe-Picnic Point State Park is only reachable by boat and offers a quiet camping experience in a wooded area.

Built in 1901, this breakwater lighthouse's original tower now stands to welcome travelers arriving in the Cape Vincent area by land rather than by sea.

​This small campground and marina offers low-cost 36 boat slips to rent throughout the spring and early fall.

One of the oldest state parks in New York and Cedar Point State Park is a popular spot, offering excellent camping, fishing, boating and swimming.

Capt Andy Bliss and Chasin’ Tail Adventures provides exciting, year-round fishing for steelhead and brown trout as well as King and Coho salmon.

The exhibits in this interactive museum focus on aspects of current and historical local significance, imaginative play, the arts, science, and mathematics

The Clayton Farmers' Market is held every Thursday from June through September from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mary Street at the Village Park Circle.

Experience the grandeur and beauty of the 1000 Islands Region by boat! Clayton Island Tour’s offer 1.5- or 3-hour scenic tours with professional tour guides ..

Coles Creek State Park has wooded and open campsites for both tents and RVs and it is not far from the swimming beach on Lake St. Lawrence.

The Cornwall Brothers Store Museum features both permanent and changing exhibits depicting river life, boating, local settlers, early trade and commerce.

Known for its unlimited boating opportunities and excellent fishing in the summer, Jacques Cartier State Park's large open lawns become a winter lover's paradise for cross-country skiing as soon as the snow flies.

Poised on a pristine 600-acre peninsula of Wellesley Island in the middle of the St. Lawrence River, the nature center offers 8 miles of hiking trails with scenic vistas of the Thousand Islands.

For family winter fun, you can’t beat the slopes at Dry Hill Ski Area. Because it is smaller than your average ski resort, it is a great opportunity for winter lovers of all ages ..

This lighthouse is located in the shipping channel leading to the St. Lawrence River, where shallow depths range from 10 meters to as low as 1 meter.

Located on the Oswegatchie River just two miles from Black Lake, Eel Weir State Park is known for its great fishing...

Capt. Ernie Lantiegne invites you to enjoy a day of fish therapy with the fish doctor, trolling Lake Ontario's eastern basin from April through September.

Visit the only fort in the US that has served in all military conflicts beginning with the French & Indian War of 1754-63.

Founded in 1923, this art museum houses a comprehensive collection of original Remington paintings, sketches, sculptures and personal effects.

Aug. 9-13, 2023: Each year, Fulton Jazz Fest has some of the hottest jazz acts around - from world-renowned artists to the very best in local talent.

The Fulton Speedway is a 3/8-mile clay high-banked race track in Fulton, NY, and hosts Dirt Modifieds, Sportsman, Pro Stocks, Pure Stocks and Slingshot classes.

Erected in 1820, Galloo Island Lighthouse was the first American lighthouse built on Lake Ontario and today is privately owned.

Operating out of the world-famous Salmon River in Pulaski, Good Times Sportsfishing boasts a top-of-the-line boat, equipment and veteran captains.

Grass Point State Park is a popular spot for campers and day-users, who come to boat, swim, fish, picnic or just to relax

With 444 acres along the east bank of the Oswego River, the Great Bear Springs Recreation Area features a mix of marked trails, forests, fields & wetlands.

June 9-11,2023: This three-day festival is a celebration of all things New York food and beverage, featuring vendors from as far away as Buffalo and Long Island, along with live music daily.

Visit the H Lee White Maritime Museum in Oswego, take a Harbor Lighthouse tour by boat, and see the famous LT-5 Tugboat.

This full-time professional charter and guide service is based in Pulaski and moored in the Oswego Marina at the mouth of the Oswego River.

Nestled among the Adirondack foothills, this 1,115-acre state park offers spacious campsites and a sandy beach on the reservoir of the picturesque Raquette River.

Nestled among the Adirondack foothills, Higley Flow State Park offers winter enthusiasts plenty of snowy fun like snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and ice fishing.

Erected in 1831, Horse Island Light, also known as Sackets Harbor Light, is today privately owned.

Known for its unlimited boating opportunities and excellent fishing, Jacques Cartier State Park has a sheltered bay protecting the sandy swimming beach and campers dock.

Capt. Chad has grown up fishing on Lake Ontario and has more than 20 years of professional experience, having begun his career mating with his father at the age of 9...

Capt. Greg primarily operates aboard the 40’ Jersey TOP GUN and with more than 30 years of experience fishing, he consistently guides 200 successful trips each year ...

Perched on the magnificent St. Lawrence River, Keewaydin offers many prime campsites overlooking the river along with excellent boating and fishing.

Perched on the magnificent St. Lawrence River, Keewaydin State Park provides winter fun like ice fishing and cross-country skiing.

Kring Point State Park affords striking view of the sparkling water and many of the 1,800 islands from anywhere on the peninsula.

Situated on a peninsula facing Chaumont Bay on Lake Ontario, Long Point State Park is a remote area offering a peaceful, relaxing camping experience.

USCG certified charter captain Brian Wines offers an enjoyable and educational fishing charter on majestic Lake Ontario for both seasoned and novice fishermen.

Madison Barracks remained an active military installation through the end of World War II and is now is now operated as a residential community with apartments as well as boasting an inn, a restaurant and a marina. ​

This Lake Ontario marina offers docking facilities that includes a 2.3 acres of sheltered water, a stone break wall, seasonal, temporary and overnight docking, restroom and shower facilities and more...

A tent-only campground, Mary Island State Park comprises 12 heavily-wooded acres with steep rocky outcroppings offering spectacular views.

This digitally projected, 600-car outdoor theater brings triple features to the screen on weekends with open captions on Sundays.

Milky Way Fishing Charters offers fishing trips for hire with Capt. Scott Durant, a Coast Guard licensed charter captain fishing out of the Henderson Harbor area of Lake Ontario.

Just 8.3 miles from Alexandria Bay, the Minna Anthony Common Nature Center is one of the largest nature centers in the state park system and in New York State.

Join Capt. Bob Dick in Henderson Harbor to fish the eastern basin of Lake Ontario to bring home your trophy walleye, king salmon, big brown trout, lake trout, bass, northern pike and/or muskie.

From spring to autumn, Old McDonald's Farm welcomes thousands of families to their 6000-acre farm to take part in an educational and agricultural adventure enjoyed by kids and adults alike.

Known throughout Central NY as "The Port City," Oswego is acclaimed for its gorgeous Lake Ontario sunsets ..

Historic Oswego County offers year-round fun, natural beauty and outdoor activities of every kind highlight every season - making it an outdoor enthusiast's dream.

No matter what type of fishing you like and regardless of your level of expertise, you are sure to find the fishing adventure for you in Oswego County.

Anchored in the Port City of Oswego, Oswego Expeditions offers Kayaking and Year-round recreational activities.

Take a walking tour (1.5 miles over a 3-hour period of time) that combines the incredible nautical sights sights of Lake Ontario, Oswego harbor, its amazing history, and its delicious local cuisines.

July 27-30, 2023: Enjoy a four-day/night festival with free musical acts, exciting rides and games, food and art-and-craft vendors, children's activities and more...

The H. Lee White Maritime Museum offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to boat across Oswego’s scenic harbor and explore the West Pierhead Lighthouse

Oswego Speedway's racetrack is nicknamed the 'Steel Palace' and features big block, supermodified, along with other classes.

The West Pierhead Lighthouse is the fourth lighthouse to stand watch over the mouth of the Oswego River since 1822 and is still active today.

The Oswego-Fulton Farmer's Market takes place in Oswego's quaint and beautifully renovated downtown every Thursday from late May through October.

The Port of Oswego boasts a full-service marina operation to service both charter boats and recreational craft.

Set in historic downtown Pulaski on the mighty Salmon River, this market is brimming with the best local produce, highlighted by New York’s delicious fresh-picked corn.

Join the Reel Commander, Capt. David Cortright, in pursuit of the St. Lawrence River's bounty of walleye, bass and northern pike.

Built circa 1867, this Italian Villa-style home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Robert G. Wehle State Park boasts 1,100 acres and more than 17,000 feet of spectacular Lake Ontario shoreline and dramatic limestone cliffs.

Home to a large variety of flora and fauna, the park's nature, hiking and skiing trails wind through fields, forests and wetlands, with overlooks showcasing spectacular views.

Located in the St. Lawrence River, Rock Island Lighthouse is located about 4.5 miles northeast of Clayton in the Thousand Islands.

See the history of this significant site unfold as it interpreted by exhibits, tours and reenactments during the summer months.

Located next to Fort Ontario Historic Site in Oswego, NY, The Safe Haven Museum is the only official WWII holocaust refugee shelter museum in the World.

Sail Ontario offers fantastic Sailing Charter opportunities on northeast Lake Ontario from Sackets Harbor in the Thousand Islands.

Whether it is fishing, relaxing or discovering a unique historic landmark, Salmon River Lighthouse Marina offers the chance to enjoy it all.

Salmon River Falls Unique Area encompasses a sparkling 110-foot waterfall in a 3000-foot long gorge lined with steep cliffs.

​Built in 1980, this hatchery produces more than 2 million fingerlings and close to 1 million yearlings each year and offers self-guided tours.

This museum is home to a collection of more than 250,000 historic items from the former Gladding Corporation’s Museum, the first ever museum of its kind in the country.

Conveniently located at one of the busiest intersections in Upstate New York, the Salmon Run Mall dominates a trade area that draws from Canada.

Seaway Charters in Alexandria Bay offers a completely private charter service with up to 12 boats to accommodate even the largest groups.

Selkirk Shores State Park is a 990-acre state park located on the eastern shore of beautiful Lake Ontario.

Equipped with top-quality fishing equipment and the latest in electronic sonar, radar and global positioning systems, Sign Man Charters offers a full line of packages ..

Singer Castle is the only castle be completed, fully furnished and resided in during the heyday of New York's "great builders" and industrialists

Just 8 miles south of Henderson Harbor, Southwick Beach State Park on Great Lake Ontario is known for its inviting, warm sandy beach.

A new indoor water park - SPLASH Water Park - is slated to open in Oswego this summer, and is expected to be the largest indoor water park in the region..

Founded in 1802 and named for the Saint Lawrence River, this county is the largest county in New York State and features an enchanting mix rural mix of farms, forests and small towns.

Built circa 1827, The Starr Clark Tin Shop hosted meetings and gave refuge to slaves from the mid-1830s to the Civil War.

Located on the shore of Lake Ontario near Henderson Bay, the original Stony Point Lighthouse was lit in 1869 and it was automated in 1950.

Constructed in 1847, Sunken Rock Light is just offshore from Alexandria Bay in the shipping channel between Wellesley Island and the mainland.

Two-hour excursions can accommodate up to 6 adults each aboard two pontoon boats decked out to look and feel like floating tiki bars: the SS Oswego and the SS Ontario..

This upscale RV-only resort features a gated community boasting a luxury RV park with 2 two resort-style pools, a Tiki bar, and exclusive marina access along the spectacular St. Lawrence River...

March 18-19 & 25-26, 2023: Did you know that New York state is known for its maple syrup and home to more than 2,000 maple sugar makers?

This art center boasts a world-renowned textile collection and its galleries present a wide variety of changing art exhibitions, workshops and classes.

Located in the historic downtown Clayton, the Thousand Island Museum is a small, but jam-packed with history, displays and the culture of the area.

This family-friendly attraction features waterslides, zip lines, go karts and video arcade and New York’s largest jungle-themed mini-golf course.

Just 17 miles from Clayton, Tibbetts Point Lighthouse marks the point where Lake Ontario meets the St. Lawrence River.

For more than 85 years, Uncle Sam Boat Tours has been providing scenic tours, luncheon and dinner cruises and private charters in the Thousand Islands from May through October.

“Urban Fishing” in Pulaski gives anglers the opportunity to catch migrating Salmon from downtown riverbanks close to the amenities. (Spring, Summer, Fall)

The Watertown Farm & Craft Market is the largest in the Area and is held every Wednesday from late May to early October.

Wellesley Island State Park is the largest camping complex in the Thousand Islands. A rustic paradise, fishing is excellent and the park has a full-service marina and three boat launches.

Westcott Beach State Park on Lake Ontario features rolling, wooded hills and open, grassy meadows sheltered by Henderson Bay.

Willows on the Lake Campground is a 12-acre privately owned campground that offers a combination of RV site rentals and tent sites as well as rental units.

Winona Forest is a 9,233-acre state forest that offers diverse opportunities for year-round recreational fun.

Conveniently located at the intersection of the NYS canal system and Lake Ontario, this well-kept marina features 241 boat slips for both seasonal and transient boaters.

Located just 2 miles from Lake Ontario, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park is situated on the Little Salmon River, providing fun and relaxation for all ages.

This 32-acre zoo is the second most-visited attraction in the Thousand Islands area. This special zoo only exhibits species that are native or once were native to New York State.