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Sullivan, county, southeastern New York state, U.S., bordered by Pennsylvania to the southwest (the Delaware River constituting the boundary), the Catskill Mountains to the north, and the Shawangunk Mountains to the southeast. The rolling hills of the southwest rise to the mountainous areas of the north and southeast. The county is drained by the Tenmile, Mongaup, and Neversink rivers. Other bodies of water include Neversink, Toronto, and Swinging Bridge reservoirs. Recreational areas include Catskill Park and Lake Superior State Park. Forests consist of a mix of northern hardwoods. Algonquian-speaking Indians lived in the area when white settlers arrived. Sullivan county ...(100 of 151 words)

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