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Lake Ontario · Jefferson County

Sackets Harbor, NY

A historic village on Lake Ontario with a War of 1812 battlefield, restored stone buildings, a harbor walk and some of the area's best-loved restaurants.

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A quiet village street in Sackets Harbor lined with historic buildings and gold maples
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In the Fall Guide

What makes Sackets Harbor a good fall weekend?

History, restaurants and Lake Ontario sunsets in a village small enough to walk end to end.

Read it in “12 Great Fall Getaways in Northern New York”

Where to stay in Sackets Harbor

Inn

Historic village inns

Sackets Harbor village

Lodging in and around the historic district puts the harbor, battlefield and restaurants on foot.

Historic · Walkable

What to do nearby

  • Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site

    Walk the 1812 battlefield along the lakeshore.

  • Harbor walk

    Easy loop past the marina and the waterfront park.

  • Westcott Beach State Park

    Lake views just south of the village. Hours vary by season.

Best for

History • Restaurants • Couples • Sunsets

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