“Spectacular scenery unlike any
other in the Northeast.”
| Gull Island State Unique Area |
| Dexter Marsh NYSDEC Boat Launch |
| Seaway Trail Discovery Center |
| Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site |
| DAR Cable Carry Monument on the War of 1812 |
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Taking a friend for a hike is a great way to enjoy a day along one of the Scenic Byways through the Adirondack Park
Sackets Harbor Heritage Area Visitor Center
Olympic Byway, County Rt. 3, near Sackets Harbor in Jefferson County
The Center is located on West Main St. opposite the harbor which is on Black River Bay, off Lake Ontario.
The War of 1812 Battlefield, historic Madison Barracks, and quaint village streets bear witness to Sackets Harbor’s role as a military stronghold defending the northern border during the United States’ turbulent first decades. Managed by the Village of Sackets Harbor, with information available at the Sackets Harbor Heritage Area Visitor Center.
| Closest Community: | |
| Closest Byway: | Olympic Byway |
| Distance from Byway: | on |
| Closest Route #: | County Rt. 3 |
| Best Season: | summer |
| Scenic View: | Historic setting with beautiful views of Lake Ontario. |
| Indoors or Outdoors: | both |
| Admission Fee: | no |
| ADA Compliance: | yes |
| Restroom Available: | yes |
| Bus Parking: | yes |
| Latitude: | 43.9476501293 |
| Longitude: | -76.1229452491 |
| URL: | Sackets Harbor Heritage Area Visitor Center website |