Experience the St. Lawrence Seaway

Visit the Thousand Islands Seaway

Known as the “Fourth Coast” of the United States, the St. Lawrence Seaway region is renowned for world-famous fishing and an abundance of water-based activities year-round. The shore front’s main attractions also include several municipal parks and boat launches along with five State Parks, and a variety of historical museums, visitor centers, nature centers and more.

Hammond & Chippewa Bay

Nestled between the St. Lawrence River and beautiful Black Lake near the Adirondack foothills of Rossie, Hammond is rich with culture and heritage that is celebrated in creative ways throughout the community year-round. Just a few miles west of Hammond, you’ll find the cozy hamlet of Chippewa Bay, an area revered for its natural beauty, its abundance of fishing, hunting, and boating opportunities, and its historical attractions.

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Chippewa Bay Maritime Museum

Hammond Historical Museum

Hammond Barn Quilt Trail

Singer Castle

Cedar Island State Park

Iva Smith Memorial Gallery of Fine Art

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Massena

Located at the top of the County on the Canadian border, Massena is home to the St. Lawrence, Grasse and Raquette Rivers. It has the first set of U.S. locks where vessels coming from the Atlantic Ocean to the Great Lakes must transit, including a viewing area and visitor center where onlookers can watch the locks in progress. Massena also offers recreation for all ages and interests, a historical downtown featuring restored buildings and local shop fronts, and easy access to Canada via the Seaway / Three Nations Bridge border crossing.

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Eugene L. Nicandri Nature Center

Hawkins Point Visitor Center

Celine G. Philibert Memorial Culture Centre & Museum

Massena Golf and Country Club

Seaway Visitor Center at Eisenhower Lock

Springs Park

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Ogdensburg

Intersected by the St. Lawrence and Oswegatchie Rivers, Ogdensburg is the only designated city in St. Lawrence County, It has a rich history of commerce and trade, especially with Canadian neighbors just across the Ogdensburg-Prescott International Bridge. Ogdensburg is a must-see for American history enthusiasts with live battle reenactments hosted annually at the site of the former Fort de la Presentation where the last battle of the French and Indian War between France and Britain was waged more than 250 years ago. There is also an abundance of municipal outdoor recreation and family friendly activities.

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Frederic Remington Art Museum

Dobisky Visitor’s Center

Fort de la Presentation

Maple City Trail

St. Lawrence State Park Golf Course

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Waddington

Located on the St. Lawrence River, Waddington is a picturesque village with historic buildings and a relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy the day at the town beach, one of two village parks, or on the water. Main Street includes some cozy eateries, a local marketplace featuring handmade artisan gifts and a brand-new pavilion and playground geared towards little ones. Waddington is also a hotspot for anglers seeking walleye, bass, pike, muskie and carp.

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Coles Creek State Park

Lake St. Lawrence Arts

Clark House

Whittaker Park

Island View Park

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Explore More of Our St. Lawrence County Regions

With the mighty St. Lawrence River to the north, the Adirondack Park to the south, and our rich river valley in the center of it all, you'll discover a wide variety of activities & opportunities in New York's north country.