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Popular Summer Activities in 2022
Paddling
Paddle til your heart's content in more than 200 rivers, ponds, and lakes in St. Lawrence County.
Beaches
Go for a swim & relax on the beach to stay cool during the hot summer months.
Biking
Discover bike trails for all levels of experience, from leisurely riding to mountain biking trails.
Explore the Great 8 Trifecta!
Pick your favorite trail and start there, or complete the Great 8 Challenge by hiking all 8 trails in any category to earn yourself a Great 8 badge!



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Explore Our St. Lawrence County Regions
With the mighty St. Lawrence River to the north, the Adirondack Park to the south, and our rich river valley in the center of it all, you'll discover a wide variety of activities & opportunities in New York's north country.

CANTON
An attractive college community with a variety of local shops & eateries, a historic business center, two golf courses, lovely parks and museums.

CLIFTON FINE
Located in the beautiful Adirondacks, the town is surrounded by rivers, lakes and mountains that provide exciting outdoor activities all year round.

COLTON
Beautiful scenery and a bounty of natural resources, including the Raquette River and its many lakes and surrounding trails.

GOUVERNEUR
Nestled between the foothills of the majestic Adirondack Mountains and the bustling Thousands Islands of the St. Lawrence River.

HAMMOND
A quaint town with a rich history which is celebrated through historic buildings, museums, statues & festivals.

MASSENA
Home to the St. Lawrence Seaway, St. Lawrence-FDR Power Project, the Robert Moses State Park, & other recreational facilities.

OGDENSBURG
A port city on the St. Lawrence river that is renowned for its premier fishing and the Frederic Remington Art Museum.

POTSDAM
Home to a wide variety of restaurants and shops, modern educational, cultural and scientific centers, and a local airport.

WADDINGTON
A quaint, picturesque community, nestled between the Thousand Island and Adirondack regions of Northern New York.