The Brainard Lakes, nestled in the heart of Colorado’s Front Range, are a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Tucked within the scenic Brainard Lakes Recreation Area, these five beautiful lakes offer a tranquil escape into nature. Blue Lake, Mitchell Lake, Long Lake, and Lake Isabelle are hidden gems accessible only by foot, inviting hikers to … Read more
Located in the remote wilderness of the northeast, Snowbank Lake in Minnesota stands as a majestic entry point to the heart of outdoor adventure. Surrounded by the lush embrace of a national forest, this pristine body of water offers a serene landscape with limited private residences gracing its shores. Tucked away on leased ground, these … Read more
Nestled in central Minnesota, the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area is a hidden gem increasingly gaining recognition among nature lovers and recreational enthusiasts. This 5000-acre park, located 15 miles northeast of Brainerd, features over 20 lakes, stunning scenic views, and a rich history intertwined with the region’s iron mining past. The area is particularly renowned … Read more
Loch Duich, a place of mystery and romance, is a unique destination in the history and hearts of Scotland’s West Highlands. This picturesque loch, with its deep historical roots, was a key player in the 1719 Battle of Glen Shiel. The Eilean Donan, a small island on the loch, was the main stronghold of the … Read more
In Washington County, Mississippi, there is an oxbow lake called Lake Washington. It formed when the Mississippi River changed its course around 1300 AD. The lake’s environment includes duckweed and cypress trees, making it a scenic spot. The lake supports a diverse range of fish species such as bowfin, bluegill, buffalo, bullhead, carp, channel catfish, … Read more
In the Swiss Alps’ Bern and Valais districts, two of the newest sights are Trift Lake and Rhone Glacier Lake. Formed by melting glaciers, these lakes are situated about 10 miles apart by air miles but 30 miles by road. Trift Lake, also known as Triftsee, was formed in 2002 after the peak of the … Read more
Mount Fuji, Japan’s iconic peak, towers majestically over the Chubu Region, offering breathtaking views and a wealth of recreational activities. Dominating the island of Honshu, Mount Fuji stands at 12,389 feet above sea level and is flanked by the Fuji Five Lakes—Motosu, Kawaguchi, Yamanaka, Shoji, and Sai. These lakes, known locally as Fujigoko, were formed … Read more
Lake Eustis, covering nearly 8,000 acres, is one of the key water bodies in the Harris Chain of Lakes in Central Florida’s Lake County. Home to about 50,000 residents, the lake is highly developed with year-round and seasonal homes, attracting “snowbirds” who spend winters in RV parks. The towns of Eustis and Tavares along the … Read more
Lake Megantic, covering over 6,500 acres, is a hidden gem in Quebec’s Eastern Townships. Despite its early discovery in 1646 by Father Gabriel Druillettes, the lake remained largely unknown until the Canadian Pacific Railway’s arrival. This transformed the area, bringing settlers and making the lake a hub for fishing, logging, and granite quarrying. The lake’s … Read more
Pangong Tso, or Pangong Lake, is a stunning endorheic lake situated at an impressive elevation of 4,225 meters (13,862 feet) in the Himalayas, straddling eastern Ladakh in India and West Tibet. This remarkable body of water spans 134 kilometers (83 miles) and encompasses five sub-lakes: Pangong Tso, Tso Nyak, Rum Tso (twin lakes), and Nyak … Read more