Fillmore Glen State Park
Moravia, New York
Swim
Fees: Yes. $7 fee per car, free if you park outside the park and walk in (it is not a great distance to w
- 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 Moravia, New York
- Head south on Main St toward Aurora St (0.1 mi)
- Turn left onto Church St (0.3 mi)
- Continue onto Skinner Hill RdDestination will be on the right(1.5 mi)
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