Spring Hollow Reservoir, located in Virginia’s southern Shenandoah Valley, is a 158-acre artificial lake created by damming a valley southwest of Roanoke. The reservoir, which holds over three billion gallons of water, is fed by the Roanoke River and enclosed by the Clifford D. Craig Memorial Dam. Nestled among forested rolling hills, the reservoir is … 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
Roanoke Rapids Lake is a 4,600-acre reservoir in northeastern North Carolina, impounded by the Roanoke Rapids Dam on the Roanoke River. This lake is a significant part of a series of reservoirs along the Roanoke River, providing water resources, recreation, and hydroelectric power to the region. It is situated approximately 3 miles west of the … 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
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
Hungry Horse Reservoir is a significant reservoir on northwest Montana’s South Fork Flathead River. It is run by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and serves various functions, such as environmental management, flood control, recreation, and the production of hydroelectric power. The reservoir is well-liked by outdoor enthusiasts because it is located in the Flathead National … 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
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