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Basswood Island is a geographic feature located in the Thousand Islands region, situated within the United States. The island is positioned in the municipality of Clayton, Jefferson County, in the state of New York. This area is a part of the Thousand Islands, a scenic archipelago that straddles the border between the United States and Canada, known for its natural beauty and as a popular destination for boating and tourism.

The island, which is sometimes referred to by its alternate name, Gillespie’s, can be geographically pinpointed using its centroid coordinates at 44°16’35” North and 76°02’54” West. This places Basswood Island within the two-minute box of 44°18′ by 76°02′. Although specific details about the island’s size or features are not provided, its location in the Thousand Islands region suggests an environment rich in waterways and lush landscapes characteristic of the area.

Island or Feature Name
Basswood Island

Nationality
US

Centroid Lat/Long
441635N 0760254W

Two-Minute Box
44^18′ x 76^02′

Location and description

Former, informal, or alternate names
(Gillespie’s)

Municipality
Clayton

County
Jefferson

Province / State
NY

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
52

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