Point Judith (Otsego Lake) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Point Judith |
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Point Judith and Kingfisher Tower in 2006
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 Location in New York Adirondack Park
Location in the United States
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| Coordinates | 42°43′42″N 74°54′20″W / 42.72833°N 74.90556°W |
| Offshore water bodies | Otsego Lake |
| Elevation | 1,201 feet (366 m) |
| Topo map | Cooperstown |
Point Judith, also known as Kingfisher Point, is a cool piece of land that sticks out into Otsego Lake in New York. It's located in the Town of Otsego, just north of the famous village of Cooperstown, New York. Think of it like a finger of land reaching out into the water!
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What is Point Judith?
Point Judith is a type of landform called a geographic cape. A cape is simply a piece of land that extends out into a body of water, like a lake or ocean. This particular cape is special because it's on the beautiful Otsego Lake.
Where is Point Judith Located?
You can find Point Judith in the central part of New York State. It's part of Otsego County, a lovely area known for its natural beauty. The nearby village of Cooperstown is famous for the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
The Story Behind the Name
Point Judith wasn't always called that. Long ago, it was known as Two Mile Point. But its current name comes from a character in a famous book!
Who was Judith Hutter?
The name "Judith" comes from Judith Hutter. She is a character in The Deerslayer, a classic novel written by James Fenimore Cooper. This book is part of a series called the Leatherstocking Tales, which tells exciting stories about early American frontier life.
Kingfisher Tower
Just off Point Judith, in Otsego Lake, you'll find a unique structure called Kingfisher Tower. This tower is a well-known landmark on the lake. It adds to the scenic beauty of the area around Point Judith.
