Located in Bali’s central highlands, the unusual twin crater lakes of Lake Buyan and Lake Tamblingan were created inside the caldera of the dormant Bedugul volcano. These lakes, once a single body of water until a landslide in 1800, are now separated by a narrow land bridge less than a mile wide. Perched at an … 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
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
Chippewa Lake, formerly known as Chippewa-on-the-Lake, is a quaint village in Medina County, Ohio. It surrounds the natural inland lake of the same name, among Ohio’s largest natural lakes. The village, incorporated in 1920, had a population of 654 as of the 2020 census. Chippewa Lake is derived from the Ojibwe tribe of Native Americans, … 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
Pitt Lake, situated on the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, is the second largest lake with an area of roughly 53.5 square kilometers. This impressive body of water is about 25 kilometers long and 4.5 kilometers wide at its widest point. Uniquely, Pitt Lake is one of the world’s relatively few tidal lakes, experiencing an … 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