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Swan Lake – Brother's Path loop from Rockefeller State Park Preserve

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Swan Lake – Brother's Path loop from Rockefeller State Park Preserve

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Swan Lake – Brother's Path loop from Rockefeller State Park Preserve

01:56

18.2km

220m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.31 km

Rockefeller State Park Preserve

Nature Reserve

1.99 km

Swan Lake

Highlight • Lake

This is a beautiful 24-acre lake. A lovely spot!

Tip by

2.17 km

Hiking along Brother's Path reveals an abundance of natural beauty. Wildflowers bloom along the trail in spring and summer. Painted turtles can be spotted sunbathing on fallen logs near the water's edge. Lily pads and water lilies flourish across the wetland surfaces. Graceful herons stand watch in search of fish. And in winter, migratory waterfowl find respite and rest on the peaceful waters. The biodiversity along Brother's path provides ample wildlife sightings for nature lovers throughout the seasons.

Tip by

9.61 km

Buttermilk Hill USGS Benchmark

Highlight • Monument

This plaque from 1833 commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Buttermilk Hill triangulation station established by the US Geological Survey. This station is recognized as the oldest triangulation point in America. The actual survey marker is located about half a mile west of where this commemorative plaque stands.

Tip by

12.4 km

Fergusons Lake

Lake

13.4 km

Bench with a View at Pasture Lane

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a really nice spot to sit, relax and take in the wildlife.

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18.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.8 km

614 m

547 m

241 m

Surfaces

16.8 km

588 m

495 m

241 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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Saturday 6 June

31°C

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34 %

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Swan Lake – Brother's Path loop from Rockefeller State Park Preserve

Swan Lake

Brother's Path

Buttermilk Hill USGS Benchmark

Bench with a View at Pasture Lane

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