North Harbour Island facts for kids
North Harbour Island is just north of East Sister Island
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| Location | Lake Erie |
| Coordinates | 41°49′30″N 82°51′36″W / 41.82500°N 82.86000°W |
| Archipelago | Pelee Island Archipelago |
| Major islands | Pelee Island, East Sister Island and West Sister Island |
| Highest elevation | 571 ft (174 m) |
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| Province | Ontario |
| County | Essex |
| Township | Pelee |
North Harbour Island is a small island in Lake Erie, located in the province of Ontario, Canada. It is a very tiny island that is owned by private individuals.
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Discovering North Harbour Island
North Harbour Island is part of a group of islands in Lake Erie. These islands are sometimes called the Pelee Island Archipelago. This group includes larger islands like Pelee Island, East Sister Island, and West Sister Island.
Where is North Harbour Island Located?
The island is found in the western part of Lake Erie. It is just north of another island called East Sister Island. Lake Erie is one of the five Great Lakes of North America.
What is on the Island?
North Harbour Island is very small. It has only one house and a storage shed. Because it is privately owned, it is not open to the public.
Geography and Nature
North Harbour Island is a natural landform in Lake Erie. The island's highest point is about 571 feet (174 meters) above sea level. This is not very high, but it helps the island stand out from the water.
How Islands Form in Lake Erie
Many islands in Lake Erie were formed by glaciers. These huge sheets of ice moved across the land thousands of years ago. They carved out the lake basin and left behind hills and ridges. When the glaciers melted, these higher areas became islands.
