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The West River DEC State Fishing Access Site in Naples, NY is a primitive facility that serves as a fishing access site and a launch point for car-top boats. With its grassy, natural shoreline, paddlers can enjoy a sheltered-water paddling experience on the West River, as well as engage in fishing and wildlife viewing activities. Additionally, this site provides access to the Lehigh Valley Rail Trail and offers the opportunity to paddle downstream to reach the lake. Paddlers should be aware that the West River can become weedy when the lake level is low, and it is actively managed to control the population of water chestnut, an invasive species. Visitors are encouraged to inspect and clean their boats to prevent the spread of water chestnut. The site does not offer any amenities such as restrooms or water facilities, but it provides a serene and picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy nature and engage in recreational activities.Generated from the website