About

North Colborne Island, nestled in the Thousand Islands region along the US-Canada border, is a charming piece of land under the jurisdiction of the United States. Its coordinates are marked at 441531N 0760351W, placing it within the waters of Jefferson County, New York. This island is positioned north, or downriver, of the head of Round Island, offering a unique perspective amidst the archipelago’s scenic waterways.

Known also by its informal names, “Hogsback” and “The Hogsback,” North Colborne Island is part of the municipality of Clayton. Its location in the Thousand Islands makes it a noteworthy point of interest among the numerous islands that dot this picturesque area. Though specific details about the island’s features remain limited, its alternate names suggest a distinctive shape or historical significance within the local community.

Island or Feature Name
North Colborne Island

Nationality
US

Centroid Lat/Long
441531N 0760351W

Two-Minute Box
44^16′ x 76^02′

Location and description
North (downriver) of the head of Round Island [1]

Former, informal, or alternate names
“Hogsback,” “The Hogsback”

Municipality
Clayton

County
Jefferson

Province / State
NY

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
847

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