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Allegany Reservoir
Belmont Lake State Park
Big Moose Lake
Canadice Lake
Canandaigua Lake
Chautauqua Lake
Conesus Lake
Cumberland Bay State Park
Forked Lake
Great Sacandaga Lake
Green Lakes State Park
Greenwood Lake
Honeoye Lake
Keuka Lake
Lake Erie State Park
Lake Owasco
Lake Placid
Lake Superior State Park
Mirror Lake
Moreau Lake State Park
Oneida Lake
Seneca Lake
Skaneateles Lake
Wonder Lake State Park
New York might conjure up images of the big city that shares its name, but the state has much more to offer than just the Big Apple. In fact, the state of New York is home to 7,600 freshwater lakes, ponds, and reservoirs, including the beautiful Finger Lakes as well as portions of two of the Great Lakes. There are plenty of opportunities for whatever activity you're interested on your weekend getaway, whether it's swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, or relaxing on the beach.
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