Recreation Areas
Select a link below or on the map to the right to view more information about these areas.
Toronto Reservoir - Moscoe Road
Toronto Reservoir Dam Road
Cliff Lake Reservoir
Swinging Bridge Plank Road
Swinging Bridge Starlight Road
Reservoir Shoreline Management Guidelines
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Recreational Use Guidelines
Toronto Reservoir
Toronto Reservoir can accommodate recreational boating for watercraft up to 20 ft in length (26 ft for pontoon boats). Personal watercraft are NOT permitted on Toronto Reservoir.
There are two public recreation areas located on the Toronto Reservoir. The specific locations of the public recreation areas, along with their current status, are identified on the schematics found here.
RESCUE AND LIFE GUARD SERVICES ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY PROVIDED FOR THIS AREA. ADDITIONALLY, COMMUNICATIONS FROM THIS AREA OF THE VALLEY ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED. THE PUBLIC IS DIRECTED TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN USING THIS AREA. PARTICIPATION IS AT THE USER’S OWN RISK.
- Moscoe Road Recreation Area (View Map)
- Small picnic area
- Boat launch with capabilities for boats up to 20 ft (pontoons to 26 ft)
- Accessible from nearby Route 55
- Dam Recreation Area - This recreation area is specifically designed to provide the public with an alternative wilderness experience. Powered off-road vehicles and/or watercraft activities are NOT permitted in this area. (View Map)
- Small picnic area
- Portage launch point for non-powered water craft only
- Access is through nearby Chapin Estates
Cliff Lake Reservoir
The entire area around the Cliff Lake Reservoir is a designated Bald Eagle habitat. Recreational use of this area is administered by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.
Swinging Bridge Reservoir
Swinging Bridge Reservoir can accommodate recreational boating for any size watercraft. Personal watercraft are permitted on Swinging Bridge Reservoir.
There are two public recreation areas located on the Swinging Bridge Reservoir. The specific locations of the public recreation areas, along with their current status, are identified on the schematic.
RESCUE AND LIFE GUARD SERVICES ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY PROVIDED FOR THIS AREA. ADDITIONALLY, COMMUNICATIONS FROM THIS AREA OF THE VALLEY ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED. THE PUBLIC IS DIRECTED TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN USING THIS AREA. PARTICIPATION IS AT THE USER’S OWN RISK.
- Plank Road Northwest Recreation Area (View Map)
- Small picnic area
- Portage launch point for non-powered water craft
- Boat launch with capabilities for shallow draft boats up to 20 ft
- Accessible from nearby Route 17B
- Starlight Road Recreation Area (View Map)
- Picnic area
- Boat launch
- Accessible from nearby Route 17B
The entire area below the Swinging Bridge embankment is a designated Bald Eagle habitat. Recreational use of this area is administered by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.
RESERVOIR SHORELINE MANAGEMENT
These reservoirs are treasured for their beauty and recreational heritage. They are a haven for boating, freshwater fishing, swimming, and water skiing and appreciation of their majestic setting. The water quality in the reservoirs is exceptional, as routinely monitored by Alliance and reported to the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation in accordance with their permits.
To protect these resources, the reservoirs and waterways of the Mongaup Projects are completely surrounded by company-owned properties. Use of these properties for any purposes other than those specifically permitted under the applicable project license is limited to company personnel unless expressly permitted under a license agreement with the neighboring parties. For those neighboring property owners that have entered into an agreement with the company, the Shoreline Management Guidelines summarize the permitted activities the property owner may engage in.