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 Phillips Point Posted by:  grdhogeve
N 43° 14.332 W 076° 03.011
18T E 414733 N 4787876
This waymark highlights one of the most beautiful public lookouts on Oneida Lake.
Waymark Code: WM9F70
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 08/12/2010
Views: 5
Access is from Interstate 81 to Route 49 (Central Square)to Toad Harbor Road to McCloud Road. Phillips Point has a bit of notoriety. Back in 2008, a near riot occurred beach side, courtesy of drunken revelers. As a result, a large locked gate now blocks motor vehicle access to the beach area. There are many posted signs. Just read and abide by them. Hikers and bicycles can make it past the large yellow gate without problem. From the small parking lot, you walk down a gravel road, approx 1 mile, to the beach area.
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): approx 3600 acres
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
The trail consists of the dirt road already mentioned.
What points of interest are there?:
Lovely view of Oneida Lake, 3 Mile Bay and Frenchman's Island. The water is shallow enough and with a sandy bottom so as to make wading and swimming possible. Access is also available by boats, though do be careful of the shallow water.
What activities are available?:
"Three Mile Bay/Big Bay . 3,495/120 acres, wetland, hiking trails, boat access, parking lot, birdwatching, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hunting, fishing and trapping. This WMA is situated in southern Oswego County about 6 miles east of the Village of Central Square and 2 miles west of the Village of Constantia. Access to the area is from NYS Route 49 via Toad Harbor Road or Lower Road to Wheeler Road and West Road." This comes from the NYS DEC website describing 3 Mile Bay WMA.
Hours of accessibility?: Daylight hours
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
One can find poison ivy if one were to go looking for it. I have never come across any snakes. Gunshots may be heard during hunting season.
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: No
Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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