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Township in Ontario, Canada
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The townships of Leeds and the 1000 Islands (TLTI, population 9,300 in 2011) and Front of Yonge (population 5,700 in 2016) cover a large rural area between Brockville and Kingston on the St. Lawrence River in eastern Ontario.
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This private island is viewable from the 1000 Islands Parkway and Brown's Bay Day Use Area. It is a National Historic Site of Canada.
Gazebo and walking paths among gardens.
Federal Heritage Building located inside the Thousand Islands National Park.
A tribute to the local fallen soldiers.
Guided tours from locals in period costume about the Front of Yonge area and its history.
Parachute jump and instruction, operates from a small airport north of Gananoque.
The trail spans Ontario along the St. Lawrence River and Great Lakes shoreline. Cycle, run, or walk along the 1000 Islands Parkway and river on this paved part of the trail. Staging areas are available in at Brown's Bay, Mallorytown Landing, and Ivy Lea Campground. The trail continues east to Brockville, and west to Gananoque, and beyond.
One of the oldest national parks in Canada, spanning 21 islands and many smaller "islets". Camping, trails, and activities await! Some camping, hiking, and boat launch facilities are on the mainland, but most of the parkland is accessible only by water. Park shuttles serve some islands. Canoe, kayak, and boat rentals (and guiding services) are available from local outfitters.
Provides information, mainland day use amenities, and boat launch. Also offer natural and historic information and exhibits. Several tent structures, "oTentiks", provide overnight accommodation.
12km of trail for both novice and expert hikers with several lookout points and streams.
Provides hiking, camping, paddling, and swimming on the Canadian Shield. Although most campsites are setup for car camping, a handful are back-country, accessed via hike or portage. Motor restrictions on some parts of the lake create peaceful opportunities to explore the rocky coasts and islands by canoe or kayak (rentals are available).
This is the oldest of all of the parks of the St. Lawrence offering swimming, a boat launch, and playground. It continues to be a popular stopping point for travellers to enjoy some outdoor recreation and offers a view of Singer Castle. A small number of campsites are available.
Highway service stop offering various eating establishments, convenience store, gas station, and free wifi.
RV and tent camping, and cabins. Snack bar, heated pool and Wi-Fi available on-site.
Tent and RV camping. Sandy beach on Graham Lake, and boat launch available.
RV camping. Playground, pool, and outdoor activities available.
Tent and RV camping. Sandy beach for swimming, and a dock for fishing. Wi-Fi available.
St. Lawrence Parks
RV and tent camping, and cabin lodging. Also accommodates walk-in camping, and provides docking and launching for boats. Swimming and diving areas along the river. Open May to October.
Mallorytown's only grocery and liquor store, offering handmade salads and subs daily.
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TLTI is on the north shore of the St. Lawrence River.
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