Blue Ledges Area
Indian Lake, New York
Swim
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Indian Lake, New York
- Head east on NY-28 N toward State St (8.3 mi)
- Turn left onto O-K Slip Rd (4.3 mi)
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