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Little Grenadier Island, nestled in the Thousand Islands region, is a Canadian island marked by its precise coordinates at 44° 22′ 58″ N and 75° 54′ 34″ W. It lies southeast of the head of Grenadier Island and east of Tar Island, offering a unique position within this scenic archipelago that straddles the Canada-US border. This island, belonging to Ontario’s province, specifically falls under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Leeds and Thousand Islands in Leeds and Grenville County.

In the past, Little Grenadier Island was informally known as “Sidmouth,” a name that adds a layer of historical intrigue to its identity. The island is situated within a two-minute box marked by 44^24′ x 75^54′, a navigational detail useful for seafarers and explorers in the region. As part of the Thousand Islands, Little Grenadier Island contributes to the rich tapestry of natural beauty and cultural history that characterizes this iconic area of North America.

Island or Feature Name
Little Grenadier Island

Nationality
Canada

Centroid Lat/Long
44° 22′ 58″ N – 75° 54′ 34″ W

Two-Minute Box
44^24′ x 75^54′

Location and description
Southest (uprier) of the head of Grenadier Island and east or Tar Island

Former, informal, or alternate names
“Sidmouth”

Municipality
Leeds and Thousand Is.

County
Leeds and Grenville

Province / State
ONT

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
705

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