Things to Do in Canton & Nearby Surrounds
Visit the TAUNY Center
New Exhibits All Year
TAUNY is a nonprofit organization dedicated to showcasing the folk culture and living traditions of the North Country. The TAUNY Center features exhibits, programs, and The North Country Folkstore.
Explore the Indian Creek Nature Center
Woods and Wetlands
Indian Creek Nature Center features more than 300 acres of woods and wetland within the Upper and Lower Lakes Wildlife Management Area in Canton, NY.
Play a Round of Golf
Two Beautiful Courses to Choose From
Enjoy a beautiful afternoon on the course at Partridge Run Golf & Country Club or the St. Lawrence University Golf Course.
Visit the St. Lawrence Historical Association
Uncover History
The SLCHA is a not-for-profit membership organization and museum offering tours of the Silas Wright House, including original furnishings and period rooms.
Explore More
As we all look to ‘buy local’ this holiday season, we are preparing a multi-week series on some of the fine things available right here in St. Lawrence County. To be fair to everyone, we’ll be linking to one item per business in this series. We encourage you to browse their sites for additional gift ideas. Many offer free shipping (or easy local pickup) if you purchase above a certain amount so even more incentive to fill up your online cart! We’ve also tried to link to stocking stuffer type gifts (at or under $30) which means there is something for everyone on your list in this…
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Where to Shop
Browse through unique, family-owned shops for handcrafted wares and artisan goods.
Where to Eat & Drink
Canton has a range of restaurants, eateries, cafes and bars with local and international cuisine options.
Where to Stay
Need a place to stay while visiting Canton? Check out these local options!
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.