Skylands: History of Greenwood Lake NY

Skylands: History of Greenwood Lake NY

Greenwood lake is a breathtaking natural lake that is approximately 7 miles long and is located on the border of NY and NJ. It is the water source of the Wanaque River. Before it was known as Greenwood lake, it was called “KUAM-PEE-OM” by the “MUN-SEE” native tribe. Who lived there before the Europeans settled during the 18’th century and renamed it Long Pond.

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