An extremely quaint Adirondack stop whether you're passing through the area, staying nearby, or resourceful enough to live in Town. Situated on Route 30/8 in the Towns of Lake Pleasant and Speculator (gosh I hope I got this right). A community organized open space for all to enjoy a picnic, leg stretch, swim, or in our case escape the harsh lake winds experienced one day while kayaking. No matter the activities, the Park is dedicated to the World War I veteran known as "The Fighting Marine" (Gene Tunney), who after Boxing during the war in France later faced off with the great Jack Dempsey and "The Fighting Marine" took the belt from Dempsey (1926). Then in a rematch Tunney held steadfast to the Belt (1927). Why? His post-war training camp was right here in the Town of Speculator! A Wartime Marine chum encouraged him to set up Camp here in Town. Following the two successful bouts with Dempsey and others, the Camp became known as the "Camp for Would-Be Champions" sporting other titled boxers. A little extra read: https://www.oneidadispatch.com/2014/08/28/village-dedicating-park-to-boxer-gene-tunney/ read more