Hemlock Lake — Attraction in Town of Conesus

One of the best Finger Lakes! It (along with Canadice Lake) is where the city of Rochester has been getting it's drinking water supply since 1876! There is a lovely little park on the north end of the lake and two boat launches along the west shore. Fishing is allowed from the shore lines or boats, but no swimming is permitted. Also, boats are restricted from the northern most end of the lake, so watch out for the buoys while you are out boating.

There are several bald eagles that roost nearby, so keep an eye out for them as you enjoy the trails, or are out...

My husband and I went here at 9pm to do some stargazing. There is light from Livonia and the water treatment plant on the shoreline but I would imagine it is very dark if you are on the water or in the neighboring valley areas. Despite some light pollution, you can see way more stars than at our home in Henrietta. It is also a beautiful place of peace including a playground and several gazebos and pavilions...

The west side of this lake is one of the hardest/wildest hikes in the whole northeast Remnants of old stone cabins can be explored on both sides Lots of mini-beaches so even if it were ever busy you could get privacy Awesome exploring to be done all over Careful about not parking in specified designated areas because local cops might tow you for little to...