Plattsburgh

Plattsburgh is a small city on Lake Champlain in New York's North Country.

Plattsburgh Halal Explorer

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The closest American city to Montreal, Plattsburgh (city and town) has a population of just over 31,000.

The area was the site of a local indigenous village at the time of Samuel de Champlain's 1609 Lake Champlain valley expedition. The French settled in the area during the «coureur des bois» fur trade perioid of the mid-to-late 17th century. A historically French area, Plattsburgh later fell under English and finally American control.

Located on the western shore of Lake Champlain, Plattsburgh is separated by the lake from Burlington, Vermont to the east. It is the primary city serving the vast Adirondack Park region, as development within the park boundary is strictly limited outside the few existing villages (such as Saranac Lake and Lake Placid).

Plattsburgh has a long military history. The city, founded in 1785, is home to a War of 1812 museum; it was the site of the Revolutionary War's Battle of Valcour Island and the War of 1812's Battle of Plattsburgh. In 1915 and the Preparedness Movement established the first of the "Plattsburgh camps", volunteer pre-enlistment training grounds for prospective future Army officers. During the Cold war, Plattsburgh Air Force Base (PAFB) was the Strategic Air Command's primary wing on the U.S. East Coast; its sheltered location in the Champlain Valley was protected by the rain shadow of the Adirondack Mountains. The 556 Strategic Missile Squadron, activated at Plattsburgh AFB in 1961 and armed with a dozen Atlas liquid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missiles, disbanded in 1965. The Air Force base closed in 1995.

The former base, one of four military bases in the United States large enough for a Space Shuttle landing, now serves as a small civilian airport.

Plattsburgh is connected by Interstate 87 to Montreal to the north and Albany (New York) | Albany to the south; Amtrak's New York City -Montréal "Adirondack" service passes through the city.

Travel to Plattsburgh

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Buy a Flight ticket to and from Plattsburgh

• Plattsburgh International Airport IATA Flight Code: PBG 44.650833, -73.468056 about 10 minutes away from the town center - Plattsburgh International Airport - A regional airport with Flights to and from Boston and various places in Florida.

• Burlington International Airport (IATA Flight Code: BTV) is a much larger airport in nearby Burlington, with Flights to and from Baltimore. Newark (New Jersey) | Newark, Cleveland, New York City, Orlando, Detroit, Washington DC, Chicago, Philadelphia, and Charlotte. It is about 70 minutes away.
• Trudeau International Airport (IATA Flight Code: YUL) is a major airport in nearby Montreal, Canada, with Flights worldwide. It is about 80 minutes away.

By Rail

Plattsburgh is served by one daily Amtrak train northbound from New York City and one southbound from Montreal on the Adirondack route. Both northbound and southbound trains depart early to mid-afternoon.

• Amtrak - Bridge and Dock Sts 44.6967, -73.4465 +1-800-USA-RAIL - Plattsburgh station Plattsburgh Station is on Lake Champlain, about 1/4 mile from downtown. Building with heated waiting room, no ticket office. Trains are subject to delay at the Canadian border. Tickets should be reserved in advance, so that they may be picked up on the train.

Travel on a Bus in Plattsburgh

• Greyhound - Web: attsburgh/bus-station-151437 Mountain Mart, 7155 Route 9 44.7278, -73.4356 ☎ +1 518-563-1480 | Opening Hours: 5AM Monday - midnight daily, 5AM Monday - 7PM Christmas Eve Greyhound or Trailways run to Montreal, Potsdam (New York) | Potsdam, Albany (New York) | Albany and New York City. Fares are slightly more expensive than those for the train.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Plattsburgh

Plattsburgh is separated from Burlington (Vermont) by Lake Champlain. To avoid a lengthy detour south to Crown Point (New York) | Crown Point or north to Champlain and Rouses Point on the Canada|Canadian border, most traffic to Burlington crosses by ferry.

• Lake Champlain Ferries - Car and passenger ferry service connects Plattsburgh and Grand Isle (Vermont) | Grand Isle, Vermont 24 hours a day, year-round. Crossing time is about 12 minutes.

There are several marinas for those cruising on small craft:

• Plattsburgh City Marina - Dock St. ☎ +1 518-324-SAIL - $2/foot (overnight), $14/foot (weekly) - Potable water, electricity, wi-fi, picnic area, pumpout, laundry, showers and restrooms.

• Mooney Bay Marina - 15 Mooney Bay Dr ☎ +1 518-563-2960
• Plattsburgh Boat Basin - 5 Dock Street ☎ +1 518-561-2800
• Treadwell Bay Marina & Resort - 214 Bouchard Dr ☎ +1 518-563-1321

How to get around in Plattsburgh

Travel on a Bus in Plattsburgh

• Clinton County Public Transit (CCPT)]'s fleet of 16 buses provides transportation to and from the City of Plattsburgh by way of AuSable, Champlain/Rouses Point, Clayburg, Ellenburg, and Lyon Mountain. Service is provided within the city between Clinton Community College, SUNY Plattsburgh, Downtown Plattsburgh, and various stores and plazas along Cornelia Street (Route 3).

Best way to travel in Plattsburgh by a Taxi

Within the city of Plattsburgh, taxis operate on a zone system. A law requires rates conspicuously posted in every taxicab; a trip cross-town should cost no more than $7.75. Cabs are not generally available for hail on the streets, except downtown on weekend nights, so must be called:

• City Taxi 269 Margaret St. ☎ +1 518-561-7777

• Macey Taxi 227 Wallace Hill Rd. ☎ +1 518-562-1717 -

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• Easy Ride Taxi 227 Wallace Hill Rd. ☎ +1 518-562-1010 -

A taxi to the Canada|Canadian border should cost no more than ten times the cross-town rate (so $77.50). In 2017, state investigators have reported incidents of taxi companies overcharging refugees attempting to escape from the U.S. to Canada, with the worst fares in the $200-300 range. This is illegal.

What to see in Plattsburgh

Plattsburgh bills itself as a "two state, two nation, do-it-all destination" on Lake Champlain with several historical and art museums, a famous sandy beach, marinas and a downtown dining and entertainment neighborhood.

• Battle of Plattsburgh Interpretive Center - - War of 1812 Museum (Plattsburgh) War of 1812 Museum, 31 Washington Road ☎ +1 518-566-1814 +1 518 562-3534 Opening Hours: W-Sa 10AM Monday - 3PM
• Champlain Valley Transportation Museum - 12 Museum Way 44.68355, -73.44568 ☎ +1 518-566-7575 +1 518 324-6666 - Champlain Valley Transportation Museum A historic automotive and transportation museum on old Plattsburgh Air Force Base built to document the Lozier Motor Company.

• Clyde A. Lewis Air Park - At former air force base entrance, a small park with aircraft on display.

• Clinton County Historical Museum - 98 Ohio Avenue ☎ +1 518-561-0340 | Opening Hours: W-Sa 10AM Monday - 3PM Museum and book shop. Local history.

• Kent-Delord House Museum - 17 Cumberland Ave 44.703333, -73.452222 ☎ +1 518-561-1035 | Opening Hours: June-early October: Tuesday - Saturday 11AM Monday - 3PM $5/adult, $3/student Kent-Delord House Right-side view of Kent-Delord House Guided tour of historic house, free admission to active military, Canadian currency accepted at par.

Plattsburgh State College

There are two SUNY member colleges in the Plattsburgh area; the four-year Plattsburgh State College in the city and the two-year Clinton Community College at Bluff Point.

• Plattsburgh State College - 101 Broad St. 44.693333, -73.466389 ☎ +1 518-564-2000 State University of New York at Plattsburgh Hawkins Hall, State University of New York at Plattsburgh - Opened 1890 as the Plattsburgh Normal and Training School, a two-year teachers' college destroyed by fire in 1929 and rebuilt in 1932. As a charter member of the State University of New York (established 1948), SUNY Plattsburgh changed from a two-year institution to a four-year, public liberal arts college. It has about 6000 students. Visitors may attend athletic events, concerts, guest speaker presentations, forums on current events and poetry readings.

• Plattsburgh State Art Museum - Myers Fine Art Building 44.694435, -73.466115 ☎ +1 518-564-2474 Plattsburgh State Art Museum Ahe Rockwell Kent Gallery (established 1989) owns 34 paintings created by Rockwell Kent between 1900 and 1965, as well as a large collection of prints, drawings, dinnerware, books, design art, photographs, bookplates, archives and personal items from his travels and life at Asgaard Farm near Ausable Forks. The Nina Winkel Sculpture Court represents 45 years of artistry by the late Nina Winkel in works of terracotta, stone, bronze and copper.

• Hartman Theatre - Myers Fine Art Building ☎ +1 518-564-4830 - Tickets $3-15 Plattsburgh's Department of Theatre presents a half-dozen productions annually, a mix of modern and classic works.,

• Northcountry Planetarium - Beaumont Hall ☎ +1 518-564-3168 +1 518 564-3169 - 360-degree multimedia sky theatre for live, interactive programs and automated productions depicting realistic night skies, virtual journeys through our solar system and distant deep space phenomena.

Best things to do in Plattsburgh

• The Barracks Golf Course - 24 Golf Course Road ☎ +1 518-566-7150 - $20-32/player 18 holes, near former air force base, catering and banquet/event space for parties and weddings.

• Cumberland Bay State Park - Cumberland Bay State Park 152 Cumberland Head Road 44.725, -73.423 ☎ +1 518-563-5240 A clean, well-maintained beach for day use on the Cumberland Head peninsula on the western shore of Lake Champlain. Picnic tables and grills, camping, playground and playing fields.

• Strand Centre for the Arts - 23 Brinkerhoff Street ☎ +1 518-563-1604 | Opening Hours: Tuesday 10AM Monday - 5PM, W-F 10AM Monday - 6PM Art gallery, classes and exhibitions. Strand Centre Theatre box office (25 Brinkerhoff Street, +1 518-563-1604 ext. 105) opens at 11AM.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Plattsburgh

Plattsburgh serves a regional market; to the many tiny villages in the Adirondacks with only a few small, local independent merchants and the Champlain Centre is the closest major mall.

As a cross-border shopping destination for Canadians, Plattsburgh's fortunes tend to be cyclical. When the Canadian dollar is strong and the Montraal community eagerly seek out cheaper prices in the US; when exchange rates are unfavourable, Canadians stay home en masse. Tightened passport restrictions in the post-9/11 perioid have also weakened cross-border demand. A few stores (such as Target, KMart and JC Penney) do not exist over the border in Canada and some grocery items (such as milk and yoghurt) are less expensive stateside.

Price Chopper, Hannaford, Yando's Big Monday (South End), North Country Food Co-Op (Downtown), and Wal-Mart are feasible destinations for grocery shopping.

• Champlain Centre - 60 Smithfield Blvd 44.702389, -73.490972 - Champlain Centre A Established 1987 and the mall features J.C. Penney, Target, Best Buy, Gander Mountain, Dick's Sporting Goods, DSW, and a Regal cinema.

Halal Restaurants in Plattsburgh

Michigan red hots are a local favorite similar to a chili dog but seasoned differently. Recipes are prized and closely guarded. A red hot consists of a steamed Hot Dogs on a steamed bun covered with a ground beef Sauces. It may be served with or without raw chopped onions ("Buried" onions served beneath the Meat Sauce is traditional.)

• Bazzanos Pizzas - 5041 South Catherine Street ☎ +1 518-562-8586 This local pizzeria serves a very tasty pie. Service is quick and the place is very clean. Other menu items include Pasta, wings and burgers. A large plain pizza is around $12.

• Claire and Carl's | 4727 State Route 9 ☎ +1 518-561-1163 - Inexpensive Ahis local chain has several branches and has been serving up Michigan Red Hots for decades.

• Gus Red Hots | 3 Cumberland Head Road ☎ +1 518-561-3711 - Inexpenisve Gus Red Hots has stood in the same locations for dozens and dozens of years. It famously serves Michigan Red Hots but also has a complete traditional American diner menu.

• Karma Indian Cuisine | 334 Cornelia Street ☎ +1 518-561-8301 - $10-15/main course Plattsburgh's only Indian restaurant is nicely appointed and relaxing. The service can be quite slow and somewhat inattentive at times; however and the food is very tasty and well done. Northern and southern Indian dishes, several Vegetarian selections, lunch buffet six days a week and all day Sunday.

• McSweeney's Red Hots - 535 North Margaret Street ☎ +1 518-562-9309 - Inexpensive McSweeney's stands in stark contrast to many of Plattsburgh's storied, decades old Hot Dogs stands. It has been in existence only a few years but has won a large following and local acceptance with its delicious dogs. A limited diner menu of Burgers and wings is also available. Be sure to try the hand cut fries with gravy.

• Quiche et Crèpe | 5139 Us Ave ☎ +1 518-561-4086 - Inexpensive Quiches and crèpes are the specialty at this restaurant owned and operated by a local French couple. Fresh soups, salads and sandwiches, excellent food.

• Price Chopper | 19 Centre Dr ☎ +1 518-562-3560 Grocer with a large, fresh and well-tended salad bar, and a hot prepared food section. Diners make their own plates and pay by weight. A seafood counter will steam or fry selections while you wait.

• Elfs Farm Grapes and Cider Mill - 7411 State Route 9 44.743413, -73.425452 ☎ +1 518-563-2750 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 11AM Monday - 6PM - Elfs Farm is a fruit cocktailry and cider mill that produces amazing grape and fruit fruit cocktails. They also press fresh apple cider during the apple season. Stop in and check out their tasting room. They offer a three dollar tasting and you get to keep the glass when you leave.

• Irises - 20-22 City Hall Pl 44.698132, -73.451844 ☎ +1 518-566-7000 - A beautiful cafe and bar in downtown Plattsburgh.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Plattsburgh

Plattsburgh - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Plattsburgh, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Plattsburgh. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Plattsburgh and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Plattsburgh. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Plattsburgh. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inPlattsburgh: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Plattsburgh.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Plattsburgh: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Plattsburgh, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Plattsburgh.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Plattsburgh, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Plattsburgh, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Plattsburgh and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Plattsburgh, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Plattsburgh, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Plattsburgh without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Plattsburgh is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Plattsburgh.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Plattsburgh is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Plattsburgh, please contact:

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Hotels are clustered along I-87, with little to no accommodation available downtown.

• Best Western The Inn at Smithfield - 446 Route 3 44.697832, -73.491935 ☎ +1 518-561-7750 +1-800-243-4656 +1 518 561-9431
• Holiday Inn Plattsburgh - 412 Route 3 44.698089, -73.487925 ☎ +1 518-561-5000 -

• Plattsburgh Microtel Inn & Suites - 554 State Route 3 44.697033, -73.502375 ☎ +1 518-324-3800 +1 518 324-3810
• Hampton Inn and Suites - 586 State Rt 3 44.696335, -73.505078 ☎ +1 518-324-1100 -

Telecommunications in Plattsburgh

• Plattsburgh Public Library - 19 Oak Street ☎ +1 518 563-0921 +1 518 563-7539 Opening Hours: Monday Friday Saturday 9AM Monday - 5PM, Tuesday - Thursday 9AM Monday - 8PM City library with public Wi-fi hotspot - no user name or password is required. Public use computers are reserved for cardholders.

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