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Longue Vue Island, alternatively known as Long Vue Island, is a unique man-made island nestled in the Thousand Islands region along the US-Canada border. Positioned at the coordinates 441919N 0755626W, it is part of the Manhattan Group of islands. This intriguing location falls within the jurisdiction of Alexandria, a municipality in Jefferson County, New York.

The Thousand Islands is a renowned archipelago consisting of over 1,800 islands, yet Longue Vue Island stands out as the only man-made construction among them. This distinctive feature adds to the island’s allure, setting it apart in a region famed for its natural beauty. Despite its artificial origins, Longue Vue Island contributes to the charming tapestry of the Thousand Islands, offering a unique narrative in the midst of its naturally occurring counterparts.

Island or Feature Name
Longue Vue or Long Vue Island

Nationality
US

Centroid Lat/Long
441919N 0755626W

Two-Minute Box
44^20′ x 75^56′

Location and description
In or near The Manhattan Group; only man-made island in the Thousand Islands

Former, informal, or alternate names

Municipality
Alexandria

County
Jefferson

Province / State
NY

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
737

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