Colton is located in St. Lawrence County, New York. The population is approximately 1453. Colton is named for an early settler in the area, Jesse Colton Higley. Major attractions include Carry Falls Reservoir and Cranberry Lake. Among the biggest companies in Colton are Baker Painting Plus and Blb Hauling. The biggest schools here are Colton-Pierrepont Junior/Senior High School and Central School. One of the best places to visit when you are in Colton is Higley Flow State Park.