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Feather Bed Shoal, also known as Featherbed Shoal, lies within the waters of the Thousand Islands region along the Canada-US border. This shoal is situated in the state of New York, specifically within Jefferson County and the municipality of Cape Vincent. Its geographic coordinates place it south of the head of Carleton Island and northeast of the town of Cape Vincent, NY. This positioning highlights its integral role in the intricate tapestry of waterways that characterize this part of the Saint Lawrence River.

The shoal’s proximity to both Carleton Island and Cape Vincent underscores its significance to local navigation and geography. While not as prominent as the larger islands in the region, Feather Bed Shoal contributes to the unique maritime landscape that has drawn both locals and visitors to explore the Thousand Islands area. Its location within the two-minute box of 44^10′ x 76^18′ provides a precise reference for those navigating these waters, ensuring safe passage and exploration of one of North America’s most captivating waterway networks.

Island or Feature Name
Feather Bed Shoal or Featherbed Shoal

Nationality
US

Centroid Lat/Long
440930N 0761824W

Two-Minute Box
44^10′ x 76^18′

Location and description
Due south (upriver) of the head of Carelton Island; northweast (downriver) of Cape Vincent, NY

Former, informal, or alternate names

Municipality
Cape Vincent

County
Jefferson

Province / State
NY

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
364

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