Little Spider Lake is a 223-acre lake in Wisconsin’s Lake Superior Northwoods Region. It’s in Vilas County, which has many lakes, woods, and rivers. This lake is special to people who visit often or live there. It used to be called Gaffrey Lake. Many homes and vacation spots are around the lake. Because it’s so … Read more
Visitors to the Harris Chain of Lakes can enjoy various activities and the stunning natural surroundings of Lake Griffin, a 9,500-acre reservoir in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region. It is the headwaters of the Ocklawaha River, featuring more natural shorelines than many other lakes in the chain, making it a haven for photographers and nature lovers. … Read more
Lake Wolfgang, or Wolfgangsee in German, is not just a picturesque lake in Austria, but a place steeped in history. It is a highlight of the Salzkammergut resort region and is bordered by the municipalities of Strobl, St. Gilgen, and the market town of St. Wolfgang, with notable villages such as Abersee and Ried. The … Read more
Approximately 15 miles south of Mammoth Lakes, in southern Mono County, California, sits Crowley Lake, a reservoir on the upper Owens River. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (DWP) built the Long Valley Dam in 1941, creating the lake. With a height of 126 feet, the dam holds 183,465 acre-feet of water. The … Read more
The jewel in the crown of Kittatinny Valley State Park is Lake Aeroflex, situated in the Skylands section of New Jersey. The deepest natural lake in New Jersey is also known as New Wawayanda Lake. It is one of only two lakes in the state that the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife has … Read more
With more than 20 named lakes, the Lakes Basin Recreation Area in California’s Gold Country is a hidden treasure that draws tourists. An hour and a half north of Lake Tahoe, this location offers a variety of outdoor activities in a breathtaking natural setting. It is located within the expansive Plumas National Forest. The untamed … Read more
Melvern Lake in southeast Kansas offers a perfect getaway with extensive recreational opportunities. Created in 1972 for flood control, the lake opened to the public in 1975 and now features six campgrounds, a marina, multiple boat ramps, and three swimming beaches. The US Army Corps of Engineers manage five campgrounds, while the sixth is Eisenhower … Read more
The Chicago Lakes Trail, part of Denver’s Mountain Parks system, offers an engaging hike through the stunning landscapes of the Front Range. Nestled near 14,240-foot Mount Evans, these alpine lakes provide picturesque views within the Arapaho National Forest. Located about 38 miles west of Denver, the trail spans between Echo Lake Park and Summit Lake … Read more
The Pipmuacan Reservoir, known in French as Réservoir Pipmuacan, is an artificial lake situated on the border between the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean and Côte-Nord regions of Quebec, Canada, approximately 130 kilometers north of Chicoutimi. This reservoir is crucial in regulating water flow for downstream hydroelectric stations on the Betsiamites River and, through Lake Pamouscachiou, the Shipshaw River. … Read more
The Gouin Reservoir, known in French as Réservoir Gouin, is a vast artificial lake located entirely within the boundaries of the City of La Tuque in Quebec, Canada. Unlike a single continuous body of water, the reservoir consists of a series of interconnected lakes, separated by numerous bays, peninsulas, and islands that give it a … Read more