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Situated in the picturesque Thousand Islands region along the Canada-US border, Sifton Point marks a distinctive feature within the landscape of Ontario. Nestled in the municipality of Front of Yonge, it lies within the county of Leeds and Grenville. The point is precisely located at 44° 29′ 38″ N latitude and 75° 48′ 26″ W longitude, ensuring its place on the map as a notable landmark in this richly diverse area.

Historically, Sifton Point has been known by the informal name “Whitney,” reflecting its varied past and the changing nature of place names in the region. This point forms part of an area renowned for its natural beauty and the complex network of waterways that define the Thousand Islands. The surrounding region is a testament to the intricate relationship between land and water that characterizes this unique borderland between Canada and the United States.

Island or Feature Name
Sifton Point

Nationality
Canada

Centroid Lat/Long
44° 29′ 38″ N – 75° 48′ 26″ W

Two-Minute Box
44^30′ x 75^48′

Location and description

Former, informal, or alternate names
“Whitney”

Municipality
Front of Yonge

County
Leeds and Grenville

Province / State
ONT

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
1089

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