Do the Thousand Islands flood?

The 1000 Islands International Tourism Center surveyed more than 100 businesses in 2017 (pdf). It found more than 80% of them were hurt by the flooding. Some lost 40% of their business that year. The Thousand Islands Park marina was boarded up for much of summer 2017.



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The 1,000 Islands on the St. Lawrence River is famous as a playground for fishing enthusiasts. Ever since the area was settled, anglers, guides, visitors and locals have fished the waters, enjoyed legendary shore breakfasts made from their catch and told a few tall tales along the way.

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Public parks. To be considered an island, a piece of land must stay above water throughout the year and support a living tree. Many of the islands are publicly owned. A group of 21 islands form the Thousand Islands National Park, the oldest of Canada's national parks east of the Rocky Mountains.

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A group of Islands that were purchased by some of the wealthiest families in the late 1800's and early 1900's where they built lavish mansions that still stand today. Homes like Casa Blanca, Hopewell Hall, Win Lee Lodge, Long Vue the “Artificial” Island.

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Black bears and coyotes may be present in the park. They are most commonly observed on mainland properties, but have been found on the islands periodically. Read You are in Bear Country and Coyotes and Hiking Safety or get the information at the Visitor Centre. Please report all bear and coyote sightings to park staff.

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You can rent private island homes, stay in waterfront inns and beds-and-breakfast or opt for full-service hotels – and that says nothing about the thousands of campsites scattered throughout more than a dozen communities. Picking a place to stay in the 1000 Islands is a truly individual choice.

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