Island Transport

A view of two freighters and a boat wake on the St. Lawrence River
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Fast & Reliable 1000 Islands Water Transport

A classic Parker 2520 Sport Cabin tied to a dock at Wellesley Island State Park 
Relax while a licensed, experienced captain navigates the St. Lawrence River to your rental home or favorite campsite! We are proud to offer direct passenger and gear drop-offs for islands, state parks, and riverfront properties around Cape Vincent, Clayton, Alexandria Bay and the 1000 Islands.

  • Island Resident & Guest Shuttles: Scheduled or on-demand* drop-offs and pick-ups for island cottage owners and guests.

  • Gear & Cargo Transport: Transporting groceries, supplies, and lightweight building materials to island docks. Our classic Parker 2520 offers ample space for coolers, luggage and more.

  • State Park & Landmark Transfers: Direct access to Canoe Point State Park, Picnic Point State Park, Mary Island State Park, Boldt Castle on Heart Island, Singer Castle on Dark Island and nearby river destinations.

  • After-Hours Pickups: Flexible scheduling outside standard cruise hours*

    *Availability not guaranteed; please schedule in advance when possible.

Pricing & Policies

Three dogs wearing PFDs in the bow of a small boat

Our water taxi/island transport service is pet-friendly! We recommend PFDs and/or appropriate carriers for your furry family members.

Passenger Capacity: All prices are inclusive of up to six (6) passengers. Due to USCG regulations, more than six passengers will require additional trips.

Service Area: The American side of the St. Lawrence River from Cape Vincent to Chippewa Bay, including all American islands. Special arrangements can be made for Lake Ontario service out of Sackets Harbor.

Daytime Rate: $150 per hour, minimum one (1) hour. Valid from sunrise to sunset.

Nighttime Rate: $225 per hour, minimum one (1) hour. Valid from sunset to sunrise.

Booking & Contact

Night view of a boat wake and the Thousand Islands Bridge connecting the US mainland to Wellesley Island near Alexandria Bay

For the fastest response, please call or text (315) 646-5108. We make every effort to accommodate all requests but our captains are not on call and may not be available without prior notice.

Please note this is not an emergency or towing service. In life-threatening situations, please dial 911. For TowBoatUS Clayton, please call (315) 744-2229.