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The border between New York and New Jersey runs to the middle of the 7-mile long Greenwood Lake. The area has been popular with tourists for decades, including Babe Ruth, who visited the area frequently in the 1930s and 40s. These days visitors will find many marinas and restaurants dotted along its shores, beckoning them to stop for a while.

Little Long Pond is beautiful any time of year, but if you happen to be riding along Kanawauke Road during the fall color season you'll be in for a real treat!

Covering 43 acres with an average depth of 15 feet, Lake Askoti is a popular spot for fishing. The lake is stocked with hundreds of Brown Trout which means anglers have a good chance of making a catch at one of the many access points along Seve Lakes Drive.

Lake Tiorati (Algonquin for sky-like) is one of the seven main lakes in Harriman State Park. Swimming, boating, camping, hiking, and ice-fishing are all popular activities on the lake.

A beautiful lake for a relaxing break. The lake is great for swimming, fishing, or simply enjoying nature. There are nearby picnic areas.

Sterling Lake offers beautiful views and a peaceful setting for hiking, fishing, and picnicking. The trails around the lake provide easy-to-moderate hikes through wooded areas, with occasional wildlife sightings. A perfect place to relax and enjoy nature!

This nature sanctuary situated along the Wallkill River is dedicated to preserving the diverse wildlife of the Wallkill Valley. It protects forest-dwelling and grassland birds, migrating waterfowl, wintering raptors, and endangered species. The sanctuary includes a pavilion with picnic tables, a public restroom, a fishing dock where you can launch a kayak or canoe, beautiful pollinator gardens, and ample parking. The state road along the sanctuary provides scenic views of the river, and several parking lots are available at different points along the route to use as a starting point.

There's no parking fee to park at the lake. Boating and fishing are both allowed *with permit*, but gas-powered boats are prohibited. More info here: https://dec.ny.gov/places/lake-skannatati