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The Spectacles Islands lie within the Thousand Islands region, marking a distinctive spot along the Canada-US border. Nestled in the Township of Frontenac Islands, these islands are part of the broader administrative region of Frontenac County in Ontario. The Spectacles, as they are also known, enjoy a picturesque setting in this iconic archipelago.

Positioned at a latitude of 44° 14′ 36″ N and a longitude of 76° 23′ 10″ W, The Spectacles occupy a tranquil section of the St. Lawrence River. The islands fall within the 44° 16′ x 76° 22′ two-minute box, a geographic reference often used for precise location mapping. They contribute to the rich tapestry of natural beauty and diverse geography for which the Thousand Islands are celebrated.

Island or Feature Name
The Spectacles [Islands]

Nationality
Canada

Centroid Lat/Long
44° 14′ 36″ N – 76° 23′ 10″ W

Two-Minute Box
44^16′ x 76^22′

Location and description

Former, informal, or alternate names
see Spectacles above

Municipality
Township of Frontenac I

County
Frontenac

Province / State
ONT

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
1209

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