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Raleigh Island, known alternatively as “Rawleigh” or “Spong,” lies gracefully to the east of the mouth of Jones Creek, off the Canadian mainland in the Thousand Islands region. This picturesque island is part of the Front of Yonge municipality and falls within the boundaries of Leeds and Grenville County in Ontario, Canada. Its precise location can be pinpointed at 44° 30′ 07″ N latitude and 75° 47′ 50″ W longitude.

This charming island holds a special place in the Thousand Islands, associated with Ian Coristine, a noted photographer and author renowned for capturing the beauty of this iconic region. Though information about Raleigh Island is limited, its connection with Coristine highlights its significance among the myriad of islands dotting the scenic waters between Canada and the United States. The island’s distinctive names and its proximity to the Canadian mainland contribute to its unique identity in this storied archipelago.

Island or Feature Name
Raleigh Island

Nationality
Canada

Centroid Lat/Long
44° 30′ 07″ N – 75° 47′ 50″ W

Two-Minute Box
44^32′ x 75^46′

Location and description
East of the mouth of Jones Creek (of Canadian mainland); Ian Coristine’s island

Former, informal, or alternate names
“Rawleigh”, “Spong”

Municipality
Front of Yonge

County
Leeds and Grenville

Province / State
ONT

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
978

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