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Fishdam, also known by its informal names “Horseshoe” and “Out of Sight,” is one of the Niddery Islands nestled in the Thousand Islands region along the Canada-US border. This intriguing Canadian island falls within the jurisdiction of the municipality of Leeds and the Thousand Islands, part of the larger Leeds and Grenville County in Ontario. Positioned at a latitude of 44° 21′ 48″ N and a longitude of 75° 59′ 40″ W, Fishdam offers a unique glimpse into the diverse island landscape that characterizes this renowned area.

The island’s location within the two-minute box of 44^22′ x 75^58′ further highlights its precise placement in the expansive aquatic archipelago of the Thousand Islands. While specific details about its size or features remain elusive, Fishdam’s alternate names suggest an island that might have once been less visible or perhaps shaped distinctively like a horseshoe. Its presence in the Niddery Islands adds to the charm and complexity of the Thousand Islands, a region celebrated for its scenic beauty and historical significance.

Island or Feature Name
Fishdam or Fish Dam

Nationality
Canada

Centroid Lat/Long
44° 21′ 48″ N – 75° 59′ 40″ W

Two-Minute Box
44^22′ x 75^58′

Location and description
One of the Niddery Islands

Former, informal, or alternate names
“Hoseshoe”, “Out of Sight”

Municipality
Leeds and Thousand Is.

County
Leeds and Grenville

Province / State
ONT

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
377

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