Point Au Roche State Park
Plattsburgh, New York
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44°47'49.9"N 73°22'36.1"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | New York |
Swim
Bathing suits: Very Optional (nudist only, please)
- 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 Plattsburgh, New York
- Head west on Cornelia St toward Margaret St (43 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto U.S. 9 S/Margaret StContinue to follow U.S. 9 S(5.8 mi)
- Turn right onto Point Au Roche Rd (1.7 mi)
- Turn left onto Lake Shore Rd (0.2 mi)
- Turn right onto Cemetery Rd (1.0 mi)
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