Lake of the Isles is one of the most unique features of the Thousand Islands. Lake of the Isles is not entirely enclosed, as most lakes are, but instead it is interestingly situated in the middle of Wellesley Island. The western end of the lake touches DeWolf Point State Park and the eastern end extends past Hill Island (Canadian), where the lake then opens up to the St. Lawrence River. Lake of the Isles also boasts some of the warmest water temperatures on the St. Lawrence River and is a great location for wildlife sightings.
Those interested in accessing Lake of the Isles by boat should enter from the Northeast end of Wellesley Island (navigation chart or GPS unit strongly encouraged). If interested in visiting Lake of the Isles by car, the best option is to head to DeWolf Point State Park.
Keep your distance from other people.
Practicing social distancing is essential right now. Follow the advice of the health experts. If your community has asked that you remain indoors and away from others, do so. Heading to the beach should only be considered an option if social distancing practices can be followed. Spending a day in any crowded place is the worst thing we can do for our most vulnerable right now and will counter the efforts to curb the virus’ spread.
For more information, please visit the World Health Organization public resource on COVID-19.
- Passed water quality tests at least 95% of the time
Historical Status
Keep your distance from other people.
Practicing social distancing is essential right now. Follow the advice of the health experts. If your community has asked that you remain indoors and away from others, do so. Heading to the beach should only be considered an option if social distancing practices can be followed. Spending a day in any crowded place is the worst thing we can do for our most vulnerable right now and will counter the efforts to curb the virus’ spread.
For more information, please visit the World Health Organization public resource on COVID-19.
- Passed water quality tests at least 95% of the time
- Historical Status
Lake of the Isles is one of the most unique features of the Thousand Islands. Lake of the Isles is not entirely enclosed, as most lakes are, but instead it is interestingly situated in the middle of Wellesley Island. The western end of the lake touches DeWolf Point State Park and the eastern end extends past Hill Island (Canadian), where the lake then opens up to the St. Lawrence River. Lake of the Isles also boasts some of the warmest water temperatures on the St. Lawrence River and is a great location for wildlife sightings.
Those interested in accessing Lake of the Isles by boat should enter from the Northeast end of Wellesley Island (navigation chart or GPS unit strongly encouraged). If interested in visiting Lake of the Isles by car, the best option is to head to DeWolf Point State Park.
| Beach | Location | Water Quality | Water Quality | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Bay, New York | Alexandria Bay, New York | Historical Status | ||||
| Thousand Island Park, New York | Thousand Island Park, New York | Historical Status | ||||
| Clayton, New York | Clayton, New York | Historical Status | ||||
| Fineview, New York | Fineview, New York | Historical Status | ||||
