In addition to approximately 3,500 acres of conservation easements, the Thousand Island Land Trust (TILT) owns about 3,300 acres of land it manages as preserves for a variety of uses.

Four recreational preserves are used for a variety of public recreation purposes and are scattered throughout the Thousand Island region.   Each also provides scenic beauty and contributes to the tourism sector of the local economy.

Nine nature preserves encompass wildlife habitat of many kinds, ranging from deep forests to mowed fields and meadows.   While provision of wildlife habitat is their primary purpose, these preserves also contribute to scenic beauty, recreational opportunities and the well being of the local economy.

TILT owns two historical preserves that are home to resources tied to the heritage of the Thousand Islands.  Both contribute to the beauty of the region, and are a part of heritage tourism that is important to the local economy.

Beyond its 2,700 acres of recreational, nature and historical preserves, TILT owns an additional 600 acres of lands including rocks, shoal areas and tiny islands in the St. Lawrence River; unique habitat and wetlands areas; and several water access parcels.