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Rabbit Island nestles within the Thousand Islands region at the Canada-US border, under Canadian sovereignty. Positioned at coordinates 44° 21′ 25″ N and 75° 59′ 02″ W, this island lies in or near The Lost Channel Group, north of Hill Island. Rabbit Island is part of the Leeds and Thousand Islands municipality in the province of Ontario, within Leeds and Grenville County.

Historically, Rabbit Island may have been informally referred to as “Benson,” a detail that adds a layer of intrigue to its identity. The island is situated in a scenic area known for its picturesque landscapes and is encapsulated in a two-minute box defined by 44° 22′ x 75° 58′. This positioning offers a serene and distinctive location, contributing to the diverse tapestry of the Thousand Islands region.

Island or Feature Name
Rabbit Island

Nationality
Canada

Centroid Lat/Long
44° 21′ 25″ N – 75° 59′ 02″ W

Two-Minute Box
44^22′ x 75^58′

Location and description
In or near The Lost Channel Group; north of Hill Island

Former, informal, or alternate names
“Benson?”

Municipality
Leeds and Thousand Is.

County
Leeds and Grenville

Province / State
ONT

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
970

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