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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.

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.

Indoor | Outdoor
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.
Indoor | Outdoor
Ritchie Airfield 3.5 mi to the centre
Clayton, NY, US
Outdoor
John Gonzales Field 13 mi to the centre
Cape Vincent, NY, US
Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

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

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

Intercity coach
Intercity coach
Intercity coach
Intercity coach

Tours & experiences

Sightseeing
Walking Tour