About

Swiftwater Point lies within the picturesque Thousand Islands region, gracing the east coast of Grindstone Island. Nestled just west of the southern reaches of Picton Island, this point offers a unique vantage of the surrounding waters. Its location in Clayton, Jefferson County, New York, places it within the rich tapestry of islands and waterways that define this area along the Canada-US border.

The Thousand Islands region is renowned for its scenic beauty and abundant natural features, with Swiftwater Point adding its own character to Grindstone Island’s eastern shoreline. This point is part of a vibrant landscape where water and land interlace, providing a diverse habitat for local wildlife and a serene spot for visitors seeking a connection with nature. The coordinate location, 44°17’03” north and 76°04’30” west, situates Swiftwater Point firmly within the northern reaches of New York State’s island-studded waters.

Island or Feature Name
Swiftwater Point (of Grindstone Island)

Nationality
US

Centroid Lat/Long
441703N 0760430W

Two-Minute Box
44^18′ x 76^04′

Location and description
A landform on the east coast of Grindstone Island, just west of southern Picton Island

Former, informal, or alternate names

Municipality
Clayton

County
Jefferson

Province / State
NY

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
1186

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