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Hinckley Flats Shoal, nestled within the Thousand Islands region, marks a distinctive point along the Canada-US border. This shoal straddles the international boundary, lying north-northwest of Cape Vincent, New York. The geographical coordinates of 44° 09′ 20″ N and 76° 20′ 20″ W place it securely within the Canadian waters of Ontario.

This location is characterized by its proximity to both Canadian and American territories, offering a unique vantage point within the mosaic of islands and waterways that define the Thousand Islands region. The shoal’s position within the “Two-Minute Box” of 44^10′ x 76^20′ further emphasizes its precise placement in this intricate landscape. While specific details about Hinckley Flats Shoal’s physical attributes or ecological significance are limited, its role as a navigational marker along a historically significant border underscores its importance in regional geography.

Island or Feature Name
Hinckley Flats Shoal

Nationality
Canada

Centroid Lat/Long
44° 09′ 20″ N – 76° 20′ 20″ W

Two-Minute Box
44^10′ x 76^20′

Location and description
Straddles the International Bounday north-northwest of Cape Vincent, NY

Former, informal, or alternate names

Municipality

County

Province / State
ONT

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
518

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