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Whiskey Island, also known by the alternate name “Coral” or sometimes spelled Whisky Island, is part of the picturesque Thousand Islands region along the US-Canada border. Situated south of the west end of Grindstone Island, this small landmass is nestled within the waters of the St. Lawrence River, offering a serene natural setting characteristic of this renowned archipelago.

Located within the municipality of Clayton in Jefferson County, New York, Whiskey Island is positioned at approximate coordinates 44°14’50” North and 76°09’11” West. Its proximity to Grindstone Island places it in a location rich with history and natural beauty, providing a unique point of interest within the Thousand Islands area. The island’s alternate name, “Coral,” hints at a past where informal naming was common among the myriad islands scattered across this iconic landscape.

Island or Feature Name
Whiskey Island [3] or Whisky Island

Nationality
US

Centroid Lat/Long
441450N 0760911W

Two-Minute Box
44^16′ x 76^08′

Location and description
South of the west end of Grindstone Island

Former, informal, or alternate names
“Coral”

Municipality
Clayton

County
Jefferson

Province / State
NY

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
1307

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