Hawk Island facts for kids
 Hawk Island
Location in New York Adirondack Park
Hawk Island
Location in the United States
Location of Hawk Island within New York
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| Geography | |
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| Location | East Branch Delaware River |
| Coordinates | 41°59′28″N 75°08′10″W / 41.9911984°N 75.1360014°W |
| Highest elevation | 1,004 ft (306 m) |
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 United States |
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| State | New York |
| County | Delaware |
| Hamlet | East Branch |
Hawk Island is a small piece of land completely surrounded by water. It is located in Delaware County, New York, which is a part of New York State in the United States. This island is special because it sits right in the middle of a river.
Where is Hawk Island?
Hawk Island is found in the eastern part of New York State. It is located just north of a small community called East Branch. The island is situated within the East Branch Delaware River.
Rivers Meeting Near the Island
The eastern end of Hawk Island is very close to an interesting spot. This is where two rivers meet. One river is the Beaver Kill, and the other is the West Branch Delaware River. When two rivers join together, it's called a confluence. So, Hawk Island is near the confluence of these two important waterways.
What is a River Island?
Unlike islands in the ocean, a river island is a piece of land that is surrounded by the flowing water of a river. These islands can be formed in different ways. Sometimes, they are created when a river changes its path over time. Other times, they form from sediment and debris that build up in the middle of a river.
