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Clayton, NY

Clayton is a town in Jefferson County, New York, United States. The population was 5,153 at the 2010 census.

Type TownPopulation 5,153

Why go

  • Town in New York, United States.
  • Served by John Gonzales Field.

History

Clayton is a town in Jefferson County, New York, United States. The population was 5,153 at the 2010 census. The town is named after John M. Clayton, a federal political leader from Delaware.

Where to stay

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Restaurants & places to go

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Airports

Watertown International Airport (ART) 17 mi to the centre
Watertown, NY, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 2 airlines (American Airlines, US Airways) · direct flights to 2 destinations incl. Chicago, Philadelphia (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 2 direct destinations

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

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Maxson Airfield (AXB) 10 mi to the centre
Alexandria Bay, NY, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
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Ritchie Airfield 3.5 mi to the centre
Clayton, NY, US
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John Gonzales Field 13 mi to the centre
Cape Vincent, NY, US
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Getting there by ferry

Ferry terminal
Ferry terminal · 7.2 mi from the centre
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Ferry terminal
Ferry terminal · 12 mi from the centre
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Ferry terminal
Ferry terminal · 12 mi from the centre
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Howe Islander Dock – Township (Foot) Ferry
Ferry route · Township of Frontenac Islands
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Township: Howe Island -> Mainland
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Township: Mainland -> Howe Island
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is John Gonzales Field; 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 3 ferry terminals within 12 mi; routes include Howe Islander Dock – Township (Foot) Ferry, Township: Howe Island -> Mainland, Township: Mainland -> Howe Island.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Clayton, NY. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

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Tours & experiences

Sightseeing
Walking Tour