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1000 Islands – ALEXANDRIA BAY NY
Outdoor Recreation
Experiences for the outdoor adventurer
Alexandria Bay offers a wide variety of outdoor activities, including kayaking, fishing, diving, snorkeling, golfing, hiking, boating, biking, and camping. Winter sports such as snowshoeing, skiing, ice fishing, and snowmobiling are also popular.
Nature trails at the Minna Anthony Common Nature Center, Otter Creek Preserve, Macsherry Trail, Grand Lake Reserve, Redwood Hill Preserve and Carnegie Bay are waiting for both the casual walker/hiker and serious cross-country hiker. All along the river are quiet bays and coves looking to be explored by canoe, paddleboard or kayak.
Nationally recognized as one of the Top Ten Fishing Destinations in the United States, you have the opportunity to catch Northern Pike, Walleye, Black Bass and Muskie. You’re guaranteed a great fish story when your adventure is guided by one of our experienced Fishing Guides. Fishing is not only a summer sport in the 1000 Islands. During the winter months the river offers some of the best ice fishing in the country!
Scuba Diving is also one of the area’s most popular activities. The varied depths, clear waters and intriguing wrecks of the St. Lawrence River have drawn thousands to the area to enjoy scuba diving.
Our region is truly a golfer’s paradise — with 32 courses available! Eight golf courses are within fifteen miles of Alexandria Bay.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
LODGING
Alexandria Bay boasts an impressive array of accommodation options to suit every traveler’s taste, including resorts, quaint hotels, cottage rentals, campgrounds or dockage for your boat.
DINING
The dining scene in Alexandria Bay features a wide variety of options, ranging from sandwich shops and pizza parlors to find dining in a resort and casual waterfront dining patios.
THINGS TO DO
There’s something for everyone to do in Alexandria Bay. Area activities and attractions range from scenic boat tours, exploring two historic castles, craft beverage tastings, outdoor recreation, entertainment and nightlife, fishing, and of course shopping!