The Thompson Chain of Lakes, nestled in Montana’s picturesque Glacier Country region, offers nature enthusiasts and vacationers a serene retreat. Stretching for 20 miles along US Highway 2, about 45 miles south of Libby, this chain of glacial kettle lakes includes notable bodies of water such as Loon Lake, Horseshoe Lake, Crystal Lake, Upper Thompson … 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
Seymour Lake, located just outside Smithers, British Columbia, spans over 200 acres and is one of the series of shallow lakes in the Bulkley River Valley. This natural lake, surrounded by a breathtaking landscape, is perfect for outdoor pursuits, including hiking, fishing, and boating. The lake benefits from several natural inflows, including underground streams from … Read more
Buntzen Lake is a picturesque 4.8-kilometer-long lake in Anmore, British Columbia, within the Greater Vancouver area. Surrounded by stunning mountains and forests, it was named for Johannes Buntzen, the first general manager of BC Electric Railway Co. This artificial lake was created to serve as a hydroelectric reservoir and remains a popular destination for outdoor … Read more
Waiakea Pond, spanning 25 acres, is the largest natural lake on Hawaii’s Big Island in the heart of Hilo. This pond is part of the Wailoa River State Recreation Area and is connected to the Wailoa Stream, which flows from the lower reaches of the Mauna Loa volcano towards the ocean at Hilo Bay. The … Read more
Pine Lake and Stone Lake are two stunning recreational lakes in LaPorte’s little community, nestled in the North Region of Indiana. These lakes, along with four smaller ones (Lily Lake, Lower Long Lake, Clear Lake, and Harris Lake), offer a variety of outdoor activities and natural beauty. Pine Lake and Stone Lake are particularly notable … Read more
Chateaugay Lakes, comprising Upper Chateaugay Lake and Lower Chateaugay Lake, are nestled in the Adirondack region of New York, near the Canadian border. These lakes cover nearly 3,200 acres and are entirely within the boundaries of the Adirondack Park, offering a serene and picturesque environment for various recreational activities. Upper Chateaugay Lake is the larger … Read more
Built in 1956, Lake Waxahachie is a 656-acre body of water in Ellis County, Texas, that supplies the adjacent City of Waxahachie with municipal water. Despite its relatively small size, the reservoir offers a variety of recreational activities and is surrounded by beautiful homes with stunning lake views. The City of Waxahachie manages the reservoir, … Read more
Highland Lakes is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Vernon Township in Sussex County, New Jersey. As of the 2010 United States Census, the population was 4,933. The community has its own post office with the ZIP Code 07422. The community was initially referred to as “Highland Lake” by the United States Census … Read more
Spruce Knob Lake is located in the picturesque Monongahela National Forest in the eastern part of West Virginia. Nestled less than a mile from the lake itself, Spruce Knob Lake Campground offers a serene escape amidst a hardwood forest. Spruce Knob, standing at 4,863 feet, is the highest peak in West Virginia and features a … Read more