Round Lake - Fayetteville, New York - U.S. National Natural Landmarks on Waymarking.com

Green Lakes State Park contains two unique lakes, Green Lake and Round Lake. Both lakes were created around 14,000 years ago, at the end of the last Ice Age. As the glacial ice melted, the huge torrents of melting ice flowed into this valley, creating the two lakes we see today. Both lakes were determined to be Meromictic lakes, meaning that the surface water never mixes with the bottom water. Most lakes turn over their water at least twice a year during Spring and Fall, however, Meromictic lake water never mixes in this fashion. That and the presence of above normal calcium carbonate levels, give the water a deep green appearance. At one time, Native Americans believed the lakes to be "bottomless", however, they have been measured and Round Lake is 180 feet deep while Green lake is 195 feet deep. Round Lake was designated a National Natural Landmark by the Dept. of the Interior in 1975. New York State has created a wonderful state park with these lakes as its' centerpiece. There is a beach here, a Robert Trent Jones designed golf course, 7 cabins and 137 campsites, picnic areas, and 9 hiking and biking trails covering almost 13 miles of scenic splendor. There is an entrance fee to gain access to this state park.

Predominate Feature: glacial, Meromictic Lakes Parking/Access Location: N 43° 03.366 W 075° 57.856 Ownership: State Terrain Rating: Admission Charged: yes Landmark's Website: [Web Link]

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