Rock Stream
Rock Stream, New York
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42°27'39.4"N 76°58'5.8"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | New York |
Swim
- 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 Rock Stream, New York
- Head southeast on Old Lake Rd toward Rock Stream Rd (46 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Rock Stream Rd (2.0 mi)
- Turn right onto NY-14A NDestination will be on the right(0.5 mi)
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