{"id":15660,"date":"2022-06-29T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-29T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/content-manager\/?p=15660"},"modified":"2022-06-29T15:01:29","modified_gmt":"2022-06-29T19:01:29","slug":"bodies-of-waters-around-nyc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/blog\/bodies-of-waters-around-nyc\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Bodies of Waters Around NYC Are Safe To Swim In?"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

As the temperatures in New York City<\/a> rise, residents are desperately seeking ways to escape the oppressive heat. Unfortunately, not everyone has access to amenities like a pool, air conditioner. And most don’t have the time or money to flee to a cooler climate. The warmth and humidity that are paired with New York City summers can be exhausting and uncomfortable. So, what can you do in your free time to cool down over the next few months? Find places where it’s safe to swim, of course!\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

Dirty Water? This Isn’t Boston!\u00a0<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The five boroughs are infamous for having polluted surrounding waters that people wouldn\u2019t dare to be caught taking a dip in. Maybe you can recall the shock that circulated on social media following a TikTok<\/a> of a woman jumping into the Hudson River two years ago. Yep, it is as gross as it sounds. Many joked that the water was so dirty that they would be surprised if she didn\u2019t come out with a disintegrated limb. Spoiler alert: she didn\u2019t. But, this can give you a good idea of the no-nos to swimming in some bodies of water around NYC.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

However, this is not the case for every single body of nearby NYC water. There are actually a handful of safe ones that are easily accessible by car and public transport if you are looking to immerse yourself in some cool H2O this summer. Not only can you swim in the bodies of water listed down below, but there are also exciting activities available at a few of the locations. If you are looking for some ways to alter your body temperature from the blazing heat, we got you covered.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Bodies of Water to Swim In Near NYC<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Lake Hopatcong – Morris, New Jersey<\/a>\u00a0<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Photo Courtesy of Morris County<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Lake Hopatcong is New Jersey\u2019s largest freshwater lake that safely allows for swimming, boating, sailing, kayaking, fishing, and watersports year-round. This body of water is located 40 miles from NYC via I-80 and is also accessible by The Lakeland Bus Service that departs from Port Authority. There are restrooms available on-site as well as a beachfront that attaches to the lake.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Canopus Lake – Carmel, New York<\/a><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Photo Courtesy of New York State Department of Environmental Conservation<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Canopus Lake is located within Fahnestock State Park in Carmel, New York only an hour away from Midtown Manhattan<\/a>. This 100-acre lake is located by a large beach paired with picnic tables, stunning views of the surrounding greenery, snack stands, restrooms, shower facilities, and a plethora of nearby activities. Fishing by boat is permitted within Canopus Lake but requires a permit from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation which can be obtained from town halls and sporting goods stores. However, please take note that this body of water does not have lifeguards.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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