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Colgate LakeJewettGreene County |
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Colgate Lake, 26-acres in size, in Colgate Lake Wild Forest in the Catskill Forest Preserve, is located in the Town of Jewett, NY 12444 in Greene County. Distance: 2.35 to Beaver Wetland Difficulty: Easy Markers: Yellow Colgate Lake "The 1500-acre Colgate Lake Wild Forest features the scenic Colgate Lake in the Catskill Forest Preserve. The Lake is a popular lake for fishing, kayaking and primitive camping. The yellow marked Colgate Lake Trail travels just over 4 miles to Dutcher Notch and the Escarpment Trail. The wild forest is surrounded by the Windham Blackhead Range Wilderness Area on three sides.
"Boat on the 26-acre lake (canoes, kayaks) where mountains surround the valley, also offering good views of the Blackhead Mountain Range. Hike 2.35 on the Colgate Lake Trail (yellow markers) from the last parking lot leading to a beaver wetland and meadow. "This is the site of a former village and sawmill, where Dutch settlers, Esopus Indians, and runaway slaves lived over 200 years ago.
Things To Do at Colgate Lake Biking Boating Camping Primitive and Pit privy across the street from the accessible parking lot. * Fishing * Hiking Hunting Paddling in boat Parking * Photo Opportunities Restrooms Trapping
Cross-Country Skiing Skiing Snowshoeing Wheelchair Accessible* Accessible indicates that, to the extent practicable, this facility or activity meets the Americans with disabilities Act accessibility standards. It is strongly recommended that you contact the facility in advance for a full description of facilities.
Location: Jewett | |||
Colgate Lake
