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1894: constitutional protection adds another layer

Lake Placid area · Adirondacks

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1800s · 1894

New York’s 1894 constitution strengthened protection for state Forest Preserve lands. The state archives connects this milestone with the development of the Adirondack and Catskill parks. A mountain view can prompt a question about public choices: what does a community choose to keep, and for whom? This regional story does not establish the legal status of every parcel visible from a summit.

Source: New York State Archives · Park overview ↗

Editorial review: 2026-10-11. Check the source and official visitor information before travelling. A listed place may be private or inaccessible.

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