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Skaneateles Lake (New York)
“Skaneateles is certainly one of the gems of the Finger Lakes, especially when viewed from points near its southern end. Here, the closeness and steepness of the trough walls create the impression of a glacial fjord, and the unique, greenish tint of its clear water further enhances the image because it so resembles ocean water in appearance.” (From Roadside Geology of New York by Bradford B. Van Diver, Mountain Press, 1985, p. 203.) Alternate spellings in historical literature: Skaneatelis, Scaneatles, Skaneatles, Skanetelas, Skaneatlas, Skaneatelas, Skaneatele, Skan-e-a-ties, Skeh-ne-a-ties (Onondaga for Long Lake). You can hear the correct pronunciation for “Skaneateles” (American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language)