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	The Point: Organizations: Point State Park
		Following the seventeenth meeting of the Point Park Committee on November 19, 1963, the newspapers carried the message that all of Point Park would shortly be under construction except the area occupied by the Point and Manchester Bridges.
		The park was placed under the jurisdiction of the State Department of Forests and Waters and has been thereafter known as Point State Park.
		Point State Park begins in front of the Hilton Hotel at Commonwealth Place, from each end of which two broad curving walkways lead to the vaulted opening known as the Portal beneath the highway.
	www.clpgh.org /exhibit/neighborhoods/point/point_n711.html (2058 words)

	CT DEP: Bluff Point State Park
		Originally proposed for acquisition as a state recreation facility as early as 1914, it was not until 1963 that the western one-third of the land was purchased from Henry A. Gardiner III.
		State holdings include a north-south strip of the mainland, a portion of the headland bluff fronting the Sound, and the tombolo or sandspit forming a beach of nearly one mile in length.
		Bluff Point was designated a "Coastal Reserve" by a special act of the Connecticut legislature in 1975 to establish the area "for the purpose of preserving its native ecological associations, unique faunal and floral characteristics, geological features and scenic qualities in a condition of undisturbed integrity".
	dep.state.ct.us /stateparks/parks/bluffpoint.htm (467 words)

	Point State Park - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Point State Park is a 36 acre (146,000 m²) state park in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
		The park, built on land condemned from businesses in the 1950s, opened in 1974, when construction was completed on its iconic fountain, which sprays water up to 150 feet (46 m) in the air at the head of the Ohio River.
		The park is operated by the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks, and is a registered National Historic Landmark.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Point_State_Park (327 words)

	DEP: Bluff Point State Park
		Originally proposed for acquisition as a state recreation facility as early as 1914, it was not until 1963 that the western one-third of the land was purchased from Henry A. Gardiner III.
		State holdings include a north-south strip of the mainland, a portion of the headland bluff fronting the Sound, and the tombolo or sandspit forming a beach of nearly one mile in length.
		Bluff Point was designated a "Coastal Reserve" by a special act of the Connecticut legislature in 1975 to establish the area "for the purpose of preserving its native ecological associations, unique faunal and floral characteristics, geological features and scenic qualities in a condition of undisturbed integrity".
	www.ct.gov /dep/cwp/view.asp?a=2716&q=325178&depNav_GID=1650 (551 words)

	Pennsylvania State Parks - Point - PA DCNR
		Point State Park is at the tip of Pittsburgh's "Golden Triangle." It commemorates and preserves the strategic and historic heritage of the area during the French and Indian War (1754 - 1763).
		The 36-acre park can be reached from the east and west by I-376 and I-279, and from the north by PA 8 and from the south by PA 51.
		Point State Park is operated by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of State Parks.
	www.dcnr.state.pa.us /stateparks/parks/point.aspx (1489 words)

	Dead Horse Point State Park \| Utah.com
		Dead Horse Point is a promontory of stone surrounded by steep cliffs near Moab, Utah.
		Unwanted culls of "broomtails" were left behind to find their way off the Point.
		According to one legend, a band of broomtails was left corralled on the Point.
	www.utah.com /stateparks/dead_horse.htm (400 words)

	Wildernet - Moose Point State Park
		This park is not necessarily a "destination spot" for the traveler but rather a nice place to get off the road and relax a few minutes.
		The Park is one of the most treasured and uncrowded state parks I have ever experienced, and I appreciate it being so close in my neighborhood.
		The town's park department loves to set up and manage the boxes of free doggie bags next to a trash barrell at the entrance to every single park in town - instead of having to shovel and rake the smelly droppings.
	areas.wildernet.com /pages/statepark.cfm?areaID=MESPMP (998 words)

	Point Lookout State Park
		Many of the residents who live just outside the Park's bounds will be glad to pass on to you ghost stories and war tales that their ancestors have passed on to them.
		While at Point Lookout State Park, check at the Ranger's Station for the summer schedule of the cruise boat which transits the Chesapeake Bay to historic and picturesque, Smith Island.
		Point Lookout has a multitude of sights and activities for the summertime vacationer.
	www.somd.com /features/pt_lookout_park (596 words)

	Wildernet - Colton Point State Park, Pennsylvania
		In 1988, the park became a National Historic Landmark Park in tribute to the CCC era of the park.
		Colton Point State Park was developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) from 1933 to 1936 and opened to the public in 1936.
		The 368-acre Colton Point State Park, on the western rim, is 5 miles south of U.S. Route 6 at Ansonia.
	www.wildernet.com /pages/area.cfm?areaID=PASPCP&CU_ID=1 (933 words)

	Federal Way (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		Dash Point State Park is located in Pierce and King Counties at 5700 SW Dash Point Road, on Highway 509, Federal Way, Washington.
		The park was acquired in four parcels; the first in 1958 and the last in 1981, for a total cost of $610,320.
		Before the era of Dash Point State Park, the unique sand beach was a haven for local recreationalists, beach combers, and fishermen.
	www.federalway.org /dashpt (383 words)

	Point Lookout State Park
		This park's peaceful surroundings belie its history as the location of a prison camp which imprisoned as many as 52,264 Confederate soldiers during the Civil War.
		A park map is available at park headquarters, the camp office, camp store, and the Civil War Museum/Marshland Nature Center.
		Pets - Pets are allowed in all areas of Malone Circle, Tulip Loop, Green's Point Loop, Hoffman's Loop, and on the paved portion of the causeway and on the beach (north of the causeway) to the entrance of Tanner's Creek.
	www.dnr.state.md.us /publiclands/southern/pointlookout.html (2029 words)

	Patrick's Point SP
		The park offers several miles of hiking trails, a recreated Yurok Village, a native plant garden, visitor center, three family campgrounds, 2 group camps, a camp for hikers and bicyclists, and 3 group picnic areas.
		The park is 25 miles north of Eureka and 56 miles south of Crescent City.
		In some parts of the park, plant life is so luxuriant that hikers moving along the trail are sheltered and isolated by walls of vegetation.
	www.parks.ca.gov /?page_id=417 (433 words)

	DEM Home \| R
		But the dedication of this magnificent area to public use as a state park establishes a role for the land more closely allied to the enduring presence of nature than the embellishment of past owners.
		The present park administration building was known as "The Bungalow" and contained the servants quarters, laundry and heating plant for the main house.
		In 1969 the State of Rhode Island took over the property under the Green Acres program, and in 1976 Brenton Point State Park was opened to the public.
	www.riparks.com /brentonhistory.htm (1906 words)

	Pennsylvania State Parks - Colton Point - PA DCNR
		On the west rim of the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania, the 368-acre Colton Point State Park resonates with the rustic charm of the Civilian Conservation Corps era of the 1930s.
		Leonard Harrison and Colton Point state parks are on opposite sides of the Pine Creek Gorge, called the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania.
		Colton Point State Park was developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) from 1933 to 1936 and opened to the public in 1936.
	www.dcnr.state.pa.us /stateparks/parks/coltonpoint.aspx (2204 words)

	California State Parks
		Opportunities abound for protecting people and park resources, educating others about our parks, conducting research, developing and managing programs, and more.
		Park interpreters foster awareness and understanding of our natural and cultural history through programs and facilities that help visitors understand the resources around them and appreciate the beauty and wonder of California’s state parks.
		The operations of our parks involves specialists and staff from a multitude of disciplines, all working together to ensure visitors have a high quality park experience while also preserving and protecting our irreplaceable natural and cultural resources.
	www.parks.ca.gov (203 words)

	Poverty Point State Park, a Louisiana State Park near Mound
		The 2,700-acre, man-made lake that is the center piece for Poverty Point Reservoir State Park offers visitors an outlet for a variety of watersport activities and a scenic backdrop for waterfowl migration each spring and fall.
		Poverty Point State Park is a recreational and historical treasure...
		A fisherman's paradise, this 655-acre state park is nestled in a pine forest and rolling hills along the shores of Lake D'Arbonne.
	www.stateparks.com /poverty_point.html (955 words)

	North Point State Park Info - Park 'Fun' Facts
		The park was opened in 1906 by the United Railway and Electric Company, and could only be reached by a United Railway vehicle.
		On 8/8/39, at Bay Shore Amusement Park, Cloris Wears was frozen in 3500 lbs of ice for 17 minutes, as part of the festivities for a Walkathon.
		North Point State Park was was featured in an episode of HOMICIDE Life On the Streets on 12/3/97.
	www.homestead.com /northpointstatepark/parkfact.html (758 words)

	ParkList
		Tawas Point is a stop over point for hundreds of species of migratory birds, and it is a favorite spot for many bird watchers from all over the midwest.
		The Tawas Point Lighthouse, built in 1876, is equipped with a Frensnel lens built in Paris in 1880.
		If you wish to use a metal detector in this state park, here is a map that shows clearly where this activity may take place.
	www.michigandnr.com /parksandtrails/ParksandTrailsInfo.aspx?id=499 (1016 words)

	DNR
		In addition, the park is home to a prairie restoration plot and a 65-acre nature preserve, Upper Embarras Woods.
		The 59-acre, multi-fingered Walnut Point Lake is the focal point of the park.
		Walnut Point State Park is located 20 miles northeast of Charleston and 3 miles north of Oakland.
	dnr.state.il.us /lands/Landmgt/PARKS/R3/WALNUTPT.HTM (886 words)

	IA DNR: State Parks
		The Gull Point lodge, built during the 1930's by the Civilian Conservation Corp, is the largest such facility in the state.
		This area of the park is an excellent place to observe a wide variety of wildlife from songbirds to white-tailed deer.
		Gull Point State Park and the associated areas are located throughout the Lake Okoboji and Spirit Lake area.
	www.iowadnr.com /parks/state_park_list/gull_point.html (453 words)

	Delaware State Parks
		The opening of Fox Point State Park is just the beginning of reintroducing recreational use to the river.
		Fox Point State Park is a place where the entire family can enjoy a relaxing day strolling, picnicking and just watching the river go by.
		Fox Point State Park serves as the northern terminus of the ninety mile long Coastal Heritage Greenway that stretches to Cape Henlopen State Park.
	www.destateparks.com /foxpt/foxpt.htm (570 words)

	Salt Point State Park
		Sandstone from Salt Point was used in the construction of San Francisco's streets and buildings during the mid 1800's.
		When utilizing the facilities at Salt Point State Park we ask that you remain on developed trails at all time in order to preserve the park's unspoiled qualities and to avoid contact with ticks and poison oak.
		The park includes one of the first underwater parks in California, Gerstle Cove Marine Reserve, where marine life is completely protected.
	www.russianrivertravel.com /parks-saltpoint.htm (976 words)

	Vermont State Parks - Knight Point
		The historic Knight Point house is a parks staff residence.
		Knight Point State Park is home to the Island Center for Arts and Recreation.
		The cobbled shoreline, west of the swimming beach and extending around the point, is a State Natural Area.
	www.vtstateparks.com /htm/knightpoint.cfm (432 words)

	Geology Of Salt Point State Park
		To fully appreciate the geologic history of Salt Point State Park, it is helpful to understand how the rocks of the park formed and what dynamic processes were involved in the creation of the coastal mountains of California.
		Because of this northward migration of the Salinian block, the rocks of Salt Point State Park on the east of the San Andreas fault are very different in composition and in age from the rocks on the west side of the fault.
		At Salt Point State Park, the oldest rocks are at the southern park boundary, and you come upon younger and younger rock layers as you walk northward up the coast.
	www.fortrossstatepark.org /saltpointfiledguidegeology.htm (3889 words)

	Salt Point SP
		Sandstone from Salt Point was used in the construction of San Francisco's streets and buildings during the mid 1800's.
		When utilizing the facilities at Salt Point State Park we ask that you remain on developed trails at all time in order to preserve the park's unspoiled qualities and to avoid contact with ticks and poison oak.
		The park includes one of the first underwater parks in California, Gerstle Cove Marine Reserve, where marine life is completely protected.
	parks.ca.gov /default.asp?page_id=453 (962 words)

	Mountain Bike Trails in Connecticut : Mystic Region : Bluff Point State Park and Coastal Reserve : bikekinetix.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		Bluff Point Coastal Reserve, a landscape of sand dunes, tombolo beach*, tidal salt marshes, and woods is the last remaining significant piece of undeveloped land along the Connecticut coastline.
		The Park is a delightful mixture of wooded hiking and biking trails coupled with spectacular vistas of the Long Island Sound, Mumford Cove and the Pequonnock River.
		Bluff Point was designated a "Coastal Reserve" by a special act of the Connecticut legislature in 1975 to establish the area "for the purpose of preserving its native ecological associations, unique faunal and floral characteristics, geological features and scenic qualities in a condition of undisturbed integrity".
	www.bikekinetix.com /t_ct/ct_state/bluffpoint_sp.php (952 words)

	Penrose Point State Park (page 1 of 2)
		Penrose Point State Park is a 152-acre marine and camping park on the shores of Puget Sound.
		A vehicle parking permit is no longer required for day visits.
		The park is open year round for camping and day use.
	www.parks.wa.gov /parkpage.asp?selectedpark=Penrose+Point&pageno=1 (655 words)

	Cycling: Point Mugu State Park - ALTREC.COM
		Point Mugu State Park, in California, is one of the most popular open space parks in the Santa Monica Mountains.
		Controlling your downhill speed, park speed limit is 15 mph, stay on the paved road as it descends the canyon's steep backwall.
		Point Mugu State Park is large enough to give you the feeling of being away from it all.
	www.altrec.com /published/cycle/pacific/pointmugustatepark (713 words)

	Lake Erie Islands State Park (Catawba, Kelleys, South Bass) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		This day-use park also serves as the main headquarters for Kelleys Island, South Bass and Oak Point and Middle Bass Island state parks.
		The five areas comprising Lake Erie Island state parks were added to the state park system in the early 1950s.
		Crane Creek State Park, west of Port Clinton, is one of the state's foremost birding areas and is notable for its spring and fall bird migrations.
	www.dnr.state.oh.us /parks/parks/LAKEERIE.htm (1132 words)

	Point State Park makeover starts with utilities, irrigation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		Point State Park, a national historical site, will undergo a $4.5 million upgrade to install new electrical and water lines and permanent utility hookups for vendors to use during major events.
		For example, new underground electrical and water lines will be installed from Downtown to the Point, to provide permanent utility hookups for vendors so they don't have to drag in their own generators and water supplies, and water pumps used to operate the fountain will be revamped.
		State and city officials will develop guidelines for event sponsors to follow when they want to use their own stages.
	www.post-gazette.com /pg/06023/642622.stm (775 words)

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