Franklin County, Administrative county in northern New York State, United States
Description
Franklin County is an administrative county in northern New York that borders the Canadian provinces of Quebec and Ontario. The region includes portions of Adirondack Park and features numerous lakes and wilderness areas spread throughout its landscape.
History
The county was established in 1808 from Albany County and named in honor of Benjamin Franklin. Malone was designated as its administrative center and became the region's focal point for growth and development.
Culture
The St. Regis Mohawk Reservation maintains strong ties with Mohawk communities across the border at Akwesasne, sharing cultural traditions and heritage. People in these communities are connected by family bonds and shared customs that span both sides of the international boundary.
Practical
Visitors should know that the terrain is shaped by Adirondack Park and offers plenty of outdoor activities throughout the seasons. Its position near the Canadian border makes it a good base for travelers wanting to explore both sides of the region.
Did you know?
The region contains the St. Regis Canoe Area, a pristine wilderness with around 670 lakes and ponds spread across its boundaries. This water-filled landscape draws paddlers and nature lovers seeking remote locations away from developed areas.
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Mount Marcy
62.3 km
Camp Topridge
20.4 km
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
47.1 km
Lake Placid
40.6 km
Algonquin Peak
57 km
Mt. Van Hoevenberg Olympic Bobsled Run
52.4 km
Adirondack Cottage Sanitarium
32.4 kmHigh Peaks Wilderness Area
50.9 km
Lake Placid Equestrian Stadium
46.6 km
Ampersand Mountain
41.6 km
Mount Colden
59.6 km
Wright Peak
56.4 km
Saint Regis Canoe Area
21.1 kmMount Van Hoevenberg
52.9 km
Mount Skylight
63.4 kmMount Jo
53.2 km
Lake Flower
34.9 km
McKenzie Mountain
36.7 km
Knollwood Club
32.8 km
Wild Center
43.6 km
Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum
43.6 km
Azure Mountain
16.5 km
Iroquois Peak
57.2 km
Phelps Mountain
58.2 kmTable Top Mountain
60 km
Gray Peak
62 km
Seward Mountain
49.8 kmSaint Regis Mountain
21.4 km
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