Lake Kaweah, nestled near Lemon Cove in the picturesque Tulare County, California, is a reservoir formed by the Terminus Dam on the Kaweah River. Originating in the breathtaking Sierra Nevada, the river drains an area of about 560 square miles into Lake Kaweah before continuing towards the fertile San Joaquin Valley. It then gracefully divides … Read more
Central Wyoming’s Boysen Dam is an earth-fill dam on the Wind River that created the Boysen Reservoir. Situated at the mouth of Wind River Canyon, the dam was built between 1947 and 1952 in the vicinity of Shoshoni in Fremont County. On land leased from the Shoshone and Arapaho tribes, Asmus Boysen constructed a dam … Read more
Boulder Lake, a paradise for fishing enthusiasts, stands out with its diverse fish species. From muskie to panfish, the lake’s clear waters and thriving fish population create ideal conditions for a rewarding fishing experience. What makes Boulder Lake unique is the careful management of its fish population by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, ensuring … Read more
Tianchi, also known as Heavenly Lake, is a stunning alpine lake in Xinjiang, Northwest China. Nestled on the north side of the Bogda Shan range of the Tian Shan mountains, the lake is approximately 30 kilometers south of Fukang and 45 kilometers east of Ürümqi. Tianchi translates to “Heavenly Lake” and is shared with several … Read more
Alouette Lake, formerly Lillooet Lake, is a unique and scenic reservoir in Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada. It is nestled at the southeastern foot of the majestic Golden Ears mountain group and stretches about 16 km on a northeast-southwest axis. In 1914, the Alouette River and Lake were changed to avoid confusion with another river … Read more
Coralville Lake is an artificial Johnson County, Iowa, reservoir created by the Coralville Dam on the Iowa River. The main purpose of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-built dam, which was built between 1949 and 1958, is flood control. The 100-foot-high dam impounds a large area, forming Coralville Lake with a surface area of 5,280 … Read more
Lake Heritage, a unique private residential community nestled in Adams County, Pennsylvania, is distinguished by its 154-acre man-made lake and expansive 750-acre landscape. As of the 2020 census, the population of Lake Heritage was 2,158. The community’s tranquil setting, diverse recreational opportunities, and commitment to preserving the natural landscape set it apart. Recreational Activities Lake … Read more
Lake Carlton, a charming 46-acre lake in Southeastern Oklahoma, is a gem within the vast 8,246-acre Robbers Cave State Park. This man-made reservoir, a testament to the 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), is a hub of diverse recreational activities set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Sans Bois Mountains. Recreational Activities Fishing: Lake Carlton is … Read more
Hebgen Lake, nestled in Gallatin County, southwest Montana, is not just a reservoir. It’s a living testament to nature’s resilience, having been formed by the Hebgen Dam during the 1959 earthquake that created Quake Lake downstream. This historical significance, coupled with its stunning scenery and a plethora of recreational activities like camping, fishing, boating, and … Read more
Lake Mweru (Mwelu or Mwero) is a freshwater lake between Zambia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It covers 110 kilometers (68 miles) of the Congo River’s length and lies between its Luapula River (upstream) and Luvua River (downstream) segments. The name “Mweru” means “lake” in several Bantu languages. Physical Geography Mweru receives its … Read more