Plattsburgh, County seat in Clinton County, New York, United States
Plattsburgh extends along the western shore of Lake Champlain at 42 meters elevation, surrounded by the Adirondack Mountains and waterfront recreational areas.
The city, established in 1785, gained recognition during the War of 1812 when American forces achieved a decisive victory against British troops in the Battle of Plattsburgh.
The Plattsburgh State University campus hosts regular events, exhibitions, and performances that showcase local artists, students, and regional cultural traditions throughout the year.
The Plattsburgh International Airport and Amtrak station provide transportation connections, while Interstate 87 offers direct routes to Montreal and Albany.
The Point au Roche State Park combines limestone formations with Lake Champlain shoreline trails, creating opportunities for year-round outdoor activities.
Location: Clinton County
Inception: 1785
Elevation above the sea: 42 m
Website: http://cityofplattsburgh-ny.gov
GPS coordinates: 44.69528,-73.45833
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:07
Point Au Roche State Park
10.8 km
Old Stone Barracks
1.9 km
Bluff Point Light
8.3 km
Cumberland Head Light
5.8 km
Hawkins Hall
778 m
Strand Theate
341 m
St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church
287 m
Point Aux Roches Light
13.9 km
Plattsburgh Bay
6.5 km
Clinton County Courthouse Complex
549 m
Kent-Delord House
1 km
City Hall
633 m
United States Oval Historic District
1.3 km
W. W. Hartwell House & Dependencies
133 m
Charles C. Platt Homestead
1.5 km
D'Youville Academy
466 m
United Methodist Church
13.2 km
House at 56 Cornelia Street
654 m
Court Street Historic District
312 m
William Bailey House
799 m
The Point Historic District
902 m
Brinkerhoff Street Historic District
216 m
Paul Marshall House
677 m
S. F. Vilas Home for Aged & Infirmed Ladies
810 m
W. G. Wilcox House
1.1 km
Gordon-Center House
9.6 km
Winslow-Turner Carriage House
1.3 km
Kent-Delord House Museum
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