Jefferson County

New York

A historic stone castle on a lakeside island with a clear sky.
A stone castle with towers on a lakeside island, surrounded by trees and a larger building in the background.
A stone castle with multiple towers by a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery and a partly cloudy sky.
A historic mansion with a red roof and stone towers by a lake.
A stone structure with a statue on top by a waterfront.

Popular cities in Jefferson County

A castle on a small island surrounded by water.
Alexandria Bay
Known for Castle, Historical and Rivers
Come to Alexandria Bay and enjoy its island views, castle and history.

Reasons to visit

  • Boldt Castle
  • Scenic View Park
  • Keewaydin State Park
A cityscape with a mix of historic and modern buildings, a prominent church steeple, and a large open park area.
Watertown
Known for Shopping, Dining and Sports
Escape to Watertown! Enjoy its baseball, university life and architecture.

Reasons to visit

  • Fort Drum
  • Thompson Park
A snowy town with a large building complex, a frozen lake, and a snow-covered landscape.
Clayton
Known for Friendly people, Rivers and Ports
Explore Clayton: its riverfront, coffee, sunsets and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Grass Point State Park
A suspension bridge over a calm river, surrounded by dense forest.
Wellesley Island
Known for Islands, Castle and Historical
Trip time! Discover the island views, castle and history in Wellesley Island.

Reasons to visit

  • Wellesley Island State Park
Ellisburg
Ellisburg
Venture to Southwick Beach State Park and North Sandy Pond—just two of the sights around Ellisburg.

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