The Duck Islands is a

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of five islands within the

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waters of

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, located southwest of Manitoulin Island and within the Manitoulin District. The largest island within the chain is known as Great Duck Island while the others are named for their location in the chain: Inner Duck, Middle Duck, Outer Duck, and Western Duck. Passing between the Duck Islands and Manitoulin Island should not be attempted due to dangerous reefs.Great Duck Island Lighthouse
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