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Lake Pleasant, New York
Hamilton County Courthouse and Clerk's Office
Hamilton County Courthouse and Clerk's Office
Lake Pleasant (hamlet), New York is located in New York
Lake Pleasant (hamlet), New York
Lake Pleasant (hamlet), New York
Location in New York
Lake Pleasant (hamlet), New York is located in the United States
Lake Pleasant (hamlet), New York
Lake Pleasant (hamlet), New York
Location in the United States
Country United States
State New York
County Hamilton
Town Lake Pleasant
Elevation
1,785 ft (544 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
12108
Area code(s) 518 & 838
GNIS feature ID 954932

Lake Pleasant is a small community called a hamlet in Hamilton County, New York, United States. It is the main town where the county government is located. This means it is the county seat of Hamilton County. You can find the Hamilton County Courthouse Complex here.

The hamlet gets its name from a nearby body of water, which is also called Lake Pleasant.

History of Lake Pleasant

How Lake Pleasant Got Its Name

Long ago, the community of Lake Pleasant was sometimes known by a different name: "Sageville." This name came from a man named Hezekiah Sage. He built a hotel in the area and tried to rename the whole community after himself. However, the name "Lake Pleasant" eventually stuck.

Location and Government

Where to Find Lake Pleasant

The main government offices in Lake Pleasant are mostly located right next to New York State Route 8. This road helps people get around the area.

Natural Surroundings

The hamlet of Lake Pleasant is located in a beautiful natural setting. It sits between the southeast part of Sacandaga Lake and the southwest part of Lake Pleasant itself. This makes it a great spot for enjoying nature.

See also

In Spanish: Lake Pleasant (aldea) para niños

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