Leeds and the 1000 Islands

The townships of Leeds and the Thousand Islands (TLTI, population 9,300 in 2011) and Front of Yonge (population 5,700 in 2022) cover a large rural area between Brockville and Kingston on the Seaway Region|St. Lawrence River in eastern Ontario.

Leeds and the 1000 Islands Halal Explorer

These townships include the villages of Lansdowne, Lyndhurst, Mallorytown and Seeleys Bay and a portion of the Thousand Islands|Thousand Islands. An international bridge joins Lansdowne to Alexandria Bay and Clayton (New York), north of Watertown (New York) | Watertown.

The town of Gananoque is independent of TLTI, but surrounded by the township on all sides.

Mallorytown, nominal headquarters of the Thousand Islands National Park, is on the north mainland shore of the St. Lawrence River in Front of Yonge.

The area was settled by a strong core of United Empire Loyalists after the American Revolutionary War who participated in the War of 1812. This legacy is celebrated through the area.

Travel to Leeds and the 1000 Islands

Leeds Thousand Islands - Welcome to the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands

Leeds and the Thousand Islands is part of the beaten-path Windsor-Quebec corridor which runs through Toronto and Montraal. As part of the Seaway Region, it is easily reachable by land or water - although some of the park islands may only be reached by cruising on small craft.

By car

• From Gananoque, take the scenic Thousand Islands Parkway east. Two lanes of waterfront highway, a foot path and a cycle path end just west of Brockville.
• From Watertown, Interstate 81 northbound ends at the Thousand Islands international bridge on Hill Island, 401 exit 661.
• From Toronto/Montréal, Highway 401 exits 659 (Landsdowne), 661 (Hill Island) or 675 (Mallorytown)

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Leeds and the 1000 Islands

TLTI is on the north shore of the St. Lawrence River.

• There is a marina in Rockport, directly south of Lansdowne
• In Mallorytown and there are docks at TJ Guild Marine or the Thousand Islands National Park.

By bus, plane or train

• The closest major airport is Ottawa -Uplands. There is a small airport in Kingston with Flights to Toronto Pearson International Airport
• There is a train station in Brockville and another at Gananoque Junction
• / Megabus (Coach Canada) has a station in Kingston and boards passengers at a supermarket in Brockville

Get Around

• The Thousand Islands Parkway provides bicycle and walking trails; bikes may be rented in Gananoque or Kingston.
• Taxis are available from Gananoque or Brockville, but may be expensive given the rural distances covered.
• Tour boats depart from Rockport to the islands.

What to See

Gazebo Garden - Gazebo behind the Mallory Coach House in Mallorytown

• There is an observation tower on Hill Island; see Thousand Islands.
• There is a casino just outside the Gananoque town limits.
• There is a fairground in Lansdowne.

• Chimney Island Chimney Island Historical plaque along the Thousand Islands Parkway - This private island is viewable from the Thousand Islands Parkway and Brown's Bay Day Use Area. It is a National Historic Site of Canada.

• Mallorytown Heritage Gardens 1523 County Road 2, Mallorytown Located behind the Mallory Coach House - Gazebo and walking paths among gardens.

• Mallorytown Landing Pavilion Thousand Islands National Park, Mallorytown Landing - Federal Heritage Building located inside the Thousand Islands National Park.

• Remembrance Road Corner of County Road 2 and 5 - A tribute to the local fallen soldiers.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Leeds and the 1000 Islands

BrownsBay - Waterfront view from Brown's Bay located in Front of Yonge Township.

• Brown's Bay Day Use Area Along the Thousand Islands Parkway +1-800-437-2233 This is the oldest of all of the Parks of the St. Lawrence offering swimming, a boat launch, and playground. It continues to be a popular stopping point for Muslim travellers to enjoy some outdoor recreation and offers a view of Singer Castle.

• Jones Creek Trails - along the Thousand Islands Parkway near Brown's Bay Day Use Area - 12km of trail for both novice and expert hikers with several lookout points and streams.

• Mallory Coach House Tour - 1523 County Road 2, Mallorytown ☎ +1 613-923-2251 Opening Hours: Sundays in the summer or by appointment; Check site for hours| price=By donation Guided Tours in Leeds and the 1000 Islands by ehalal.io (email for prices) from local residents in period costume about the Front of Yonge area and its history.

• Skydive Gananoque - 258 Airport Road, Gananoque ☎ +1 613-484-JUMP +1-844-JUMP-GAN $275-400 Parachute jump and instruction, operates from a small airport north of Gananoque which otherwise offers no scheduled service.

• Thousand Islands National Park - 2 County Road 5, Mallorytown entrance is on the Thousand Islands Parkway near County Road 5 Opening Hours: Some features are available year round while others are only between May and October Oe of the oldest national parks in Canada spanning 20 islands. Camping, trails, and activities await!

• Waterfront Trail - Spanning across Ontario. Cycle, run, or walk along the Thousand Islands Parkway and river on this paved trail.

Shopping

• Purcell's Freshmart 5 Quabbin Road Located near the junction of Quabbin and County Road 2 - Local grocery and stores, offering handmade salads and subs daily.

Halal Food & Restaurants

• Mallorytown Landing Restaurant 1489 County Road 2 - Indoor and outdoor dining, daily specials, licensed bar with TVs.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Thousand Islands/Mallorytown KOA Campground - @islandscamping.com 1477 County Road 2, Mallorytown ☎ +1 613-923-5339 +1-800-562-9725
• Cedar Forest Park Campground - 10 Cedar Forest Park Road ☎ +1 613-923-5726 Approximately $30

• Lucky Loon Campground - 66 Graham Lake Road, Mallorytown ☎ +1 613-923-5449 +1 613-923-4559 Price Approximately $30

• Maple Leaf Campground - 281 Leeds County Road 5, RR4 Mallorytown
• Pleasure Park Campground and RV Park - 80 Graham Lake Road, Mallorytown ☎ +1 613-923-5490 Starts at $35

• Thousand Islands National Park - ont-@ 2 County Road 5, RR3 Mallorytown ☎ +1 613-923-5261 +1 613-923-1021 Price starts at $5

• Jan's Gallery Bed & Breakfast | 1493 County Road 2, Mallorytown ☎ +1 613-923-5115 +1-800-307-0803 Price Approximately $95

Internet & Phones

• Mallorytown ONroute - 401 Highway, kilometers 680/682 eastbound and westbound Highway service stop offering various eating establishments, convenience store, gas station, and free wifi.

• The Leeds and Thousand Islands Public Library has branches in four of the tiny rural villages with public-access computers and Wi-Fi.

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