Bridges

The Thousand Islands International Bridge:

• First international span within the boundaries of Leeds Grenville
• Connects Ontario with the United States over the St. Lawrence River
• Spans one of the most scenic areas of the St. Lawrence River and the 1000 Islands region
• It is a series of bridges linking to Hill Island (Canadian) to Wellesley Island (USA) and finally the United States mainland and Interstate 81
• On the Canadian side, the bridge links to Highway 137 and Highway 401 as well the Thousand Islands Parkway
• Constructed in 1937 with additions made in 1959
• Operated by the Thousand Islands Bridge Authority

Prescott-Ogdensburg International Bridge

• Also called the Seaway Skyway
• Connects Johnstown, Ontario, to Ogdensburg, New York State.
• Has a span of 350.75 metres (1,151 feet) across the St. Lawrence River.
• Completed in 1960.
• On the Canadian side, the bridge connects with Highway 16, Highway 401 and Highway 416.
• On the American side the bridge connects to Route 37 and then Interstate 81
• Operated by the Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority

If visiting sites in and out of the 1000 Islands on both sides of the border, be aware of requirements for travelling each way.  Canada Border Services Agency, and U.S. Customs and Border Patrol websites and friendly staff will answer all of your questions.

Helpful links:

For information on border wait times www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/general/times

Prescott-Ogdensburg International Bridge (includes toll rates, etc.) www.ogdensport.com

Thousand Island International Bridge www.tibridge.co

Thousand Island International Bridge toll rates www.tibridge.com/wp/?page_id=12

NEXUS and FAST Programs www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/prog/nexus