Lake Alexander is a picturesque artificial lake in Fannie Bay, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. Named in honor of Alec Fong Lim, who served as the Lord Mayor of Darwin from 1984 to 1990, the lake was officially opened on July 21, 1991, as a recreational site for the people of Darwin. The lake covers 3.5 … Read more
Situated in southern Oregon, close to the crest of the Cascade Range, Lake of the Woods is a naturally occurring lake that is renowned for its scenic beauty, abundant recreational activities, and rich historical background. The lake spans 1,146 acres and measures roughly 2.75 miles in length and 0.75 miles in width. Its highest depth … Read more
Northern Light Lake, located just north of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and east of Quetico Provincial Park, is a stunning multi-species fishery in Ontario, Canada. The lake has an impressive surface area of approximately 16,000 acres (6,989.8 hectares). It is known for its abundant fish populations and relatively low fishing pressure, allowing several … Read more
Lake Itasca, located in Clearwater County in northwestern Minnesota, is a natural gem and the renowned headwaters of the mighty Mississippi River. At its deepest point of 40 feet (12 meters), this glacially-formed lake covers an area of 1.7 square miles (4.4 square kilometers). At an elevation of 1,475 feet (450 meters) above sea level, … Read more
At an astonishing 68 square miles, Clear Lake, California’s biggest natural freshwater lake, is situated in Lake County. This ancient lake, approximately 0.5 million years old, is considered one of North America’s oldest, with a rich sedimentary history stretching back at least 480,000 years. With a surface area of 43,785 acres and a maximum depth … Read more
Harvey’s Lake, located in Barnet, Vermont, is a picturesque natural freshwater lake known for its serene environment and recreational opportunities. Named after Colonel Alexander Harvey, one of Barnet’s original settlers, the Lake covers an area of approximately 350 acres and reaches a maximum depth of 145 feet at its center. It is a hub of … Read more
A 350-acre water supply impoundment in eastern Loudoun County, Virginia, Beaverdam Creek Reservoir provides a tranquil and picturesque location for various outdoor pursuits, including fishing. The Loudoun Water Authority purchased the reservoir in 2015 after it had been owned and run by the City of Fairfax for some time. Since then, it has undergone significant … Read more
Poyang Lake, the biggest freshwater lake in China, is located in Jiangxi Province, 50 kilometers north of Nanchang. Covering an expansive area, the lake plays a critical role in the region’s ecology, economy, and hydrology. The lake’s surface area varies dramatically with the seasons, shrinking to less than 1,000 square kilometers during the dry season … Read more
Hungry Mother Lake is a 108-acre impoundment in Hungry Mother State Park in Smyth County, Virginia. This lake supports various sport fish, including largemouth, smallmouth, spotted bass, crappie, channel catfish, carp, sunfish, rock bass, muskellunge, and walleye. Channel catfish, walleyes, and musky are stocked annually, while other fish populations are self-sustaining, with alewives as the … Read more
North Central Florida is famous for its pristine lakes, making it a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Among these, Junior Lake stands out as a tranquil 75-acre body of water near Gainesville. This area also includes other large lakes like Newnans, Orange, Santa Fe, and Lochloosa, forming a beautiful and diverse lake district. … Read more