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Lake Cayuga

lake, New York, United States
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Cayuga Lake is a long, narrow lake located in west-central New York, United States. It is one of the Finger Lakes, a group of glacial lakes known for their scenic beauty, resorts, and agricultural products like grapes. The lake is approximately 40 miles (64 kilometers) long and is connected to the New York State Barge Canal. It is part of the Lake Ontario drainage system. The region surrounding Cayuga Lake, including Cayuga County, has a history tied to the Cayuga people of the Iroquois Confederacy.123

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