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
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
Adventure enthusiasts will find Rangkul and Shorkul Lakes in the Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan an extraordinary destination. These scenic lakes, accessible by 4-wheel drive, lie in a region where over 50% of the land is above 9,800 feet. The Pamirs, part of the historic Southern Silk Road route, have been inhabited for around 4,000 years … 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
Quake Lake, officially known as Earthquake Lake, is situated on the Madison River in southwestern Montana. This lake was formed on August 17, 1959, following a devastating earthquake that resulted in 28 fatalities. Located northwest of West Yellowstone, Quake Lake spans six miles in length and reaches a maximum depth of 125 feet. The earthquake, … Read more
Rock Lake, located in eastern Washington, is the deepest and largest scabland lake created by the Missoula Floods. It stretches over 7 miles long and averages 1 mile in width, with depths exceeding 360 feet. The lake’s primary water sources are Rock Creek and Negro Creek. It lies approximately 30 miles south of Cheney and … Read more
Sprawling across almost 9,000 acres in the Maine Highlands Region, Brassua Lake is a picturesque and relatively undiscovered natural lake. In 1925, a dam was constructed on the lower Moose River, forming the lake. The old Brassua and Little Brassua Lakes were combined into one large body of water, raising the water levels by about … Read more
Lake Cochichewick, located in North Andover, Massachusetts, is the primary drinking water source for the town’s 28,000 residents. Spanning 560 acres, it is the largest lake in Essex County. The lake sits in a 2,700-acre watershed with residential areas, conservation land, and several institutional properties, making it a crucial environmental and recreational resource for the … 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
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