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Ride The River

Few boats say “1000 Islands” more than the mahogany runabout and Miss Thousand Islands III speaks for herself. Visitors can reserve a seat aboard our sleek 30′ triple cockpit Hacker Craft for a unique ride on the River!

This 45-minute cruise will take you to from Bartlett Point, around Picton Island, through the Narrows, and past Thousand Islands Park on the way back to the Museum. Sights along the route include Calumet Island, Maple Island, Rock Island Lighthouse, and Round Island. Please arrive at the Museum at least 30 minutes before your scheduled ride!

When boarding any of our In-Water Fleet, there is about a 10-inch step down into the boat from the dock. If you are not confident in your ability to make steep steps, please ask the Captain for assistance. The McNally Yacht House is equipped with a dock lift that enables handicapped individuals to be easily and comfortably lifted into the ride boats, please call ahead should the use of the lift be required.

2025 Ride Times

Saturday, May 24th through Friday, June 20th:

1:00pm, 2:00 pm & 3:00pm

Saturday, June 21st through Monday, September 15th:

11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm (walk-in only), 2:00pm & 3:00pm

Tuesday, September 16th through Monday, October 13th:

1:00pm, 2:00 pm & 3:00pm

October 14th through October 25th (Weekends only):

1:00pm, 2:00 pm & 3:00pm

Booking

Reservations can be made online by clicking the link above, at the Admissions Desk upon arrival, or by calling 315.686.4104.

Miss Thousand Islands III is approved by the USCG for up to 6 passengers, not including Captain and Crew.

Please arrive at the Museum at least 30 minutes before your scheduled ride!

Please note that all on-water programs are weather-dependent, and the Museum reserves the right to cancel and re-book boat rides.

Museum captains are licensed Mariners by the United States Coast Guard. Museum vessels and equipment are inspected annually by the USCG.

Cost (includes admission to the Museum)

Current Members: $25

Adult passenger: $41

Senior passenger (ages 65+): $40

Youth passenger (ages 7-17): $36

Child passenger (6 and under): $30

Payment is required at the time of booking.

Refund Policy

Cancellation due to weather or mechanical issues: Reschedule or refund of the relevant portion of your admission ticket.

Cancellation by passenger(s) 48+ hours prior to departure: Full refund.

Cancellation by passenger(s) less than 48 hours prior to departure: No refund.

Hours Of Operation

MUSEUM HOURS:
Now Closed for the Season
Museum Reopens May 2025

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES:
Open Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, Year Round

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750 Mary Street
Clayton, NY 13624
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