Sherman Hill | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,926 feet (587 m) |
Coordinates | 42°18′21″N75°11′32″W / 42.30583°N 75.19222°W Coordinates: 42°18′21″N75°11′32″W / 42.30583°N 75.19222°W [1] |
Geography | |
Location | Franklin, New York, U.S. |
Topo map | USGS Franklin |
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