Kiser Lake, tucked away in Ohio’s Champaign County, is a tranquil haven for outdoor enthusiasts and lovers of the great outdoors. Located along Ohio State Route 235, the lake, once known as Mosquito Lake, is roughly 4.2 miles northwest of St. Paris and 34 miles north of Dayton. Surrounded by Kiser Lake State Park and … Read more
Punderson Lake, nestled within the picturesque Skylands region of New Jersey, is the centerpiece of Kittatinny Valley State Park. As one of the few natural lakes in Ohio, It offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts. Spanning 80 acres, this glacially formed lake is surrounded by the rich greenery of a 741-acre state park, providing … Read more
Riverside County, California, has a charming water storage reservoir called Lake Hemet, which is tucked away in the San Jacinto Mountains. The lake was formed in 1895 when the Lake Hemet Dam was built. It has a surface area of 470 acres and a water capacity of 14,000 acre-feet. Perched 4,340 feet above sea level, … Read more
In Jackson County, Missouri, Lake Jacomo is a 970-acre freshwater reservoir close to Blue Springs. This charming lake, which is part of the 7,809-acre Fleming Park, is overseen by the Jackson County Parks and Recreation Association. The idea for Lake Jacomo began in 1932 when Jackson County Presiding Judge Harry S. Truman suggested a study … Read more
Water sports can be found at St. Paul’s Phalen Chain of Lakes. This chain includes Lake Phalen, Keller Lake, Round Lake, Lake Gervais, Spoon Lake, and Kohlman Lake. One of the highlights is the Phalen-Keller Regional Park, which is well-known for having many lakes and parks. The focal point is Lake Phalen, which spans 198 … Read more
The Winter Park Chain of Lakes is a beautiful network of six interconnected lakes: Lake Virginia, Lake Mizell, Lake Osceola, Lake Maitland, Lake Nina, and Lake Minnehaha. Located in Winter Park and Maitland, and close to downtown Orlando, these lakes are ideal for paddleboarding, kayaking, waterskiing, boating, and fishing. The navigable canals connecting the lakes … Read more
Lake Metigoshe is one of the top locations in the North Central region of North Dakota for water activities. Often referred to as the “Jewel of the Turtle Mountains,” this 1,500-acre lake bordering Manitoba, Canada, is a popular vacation spot for lake lovers. Formed by the last Wisconsin glacier over 10,000 years ago, Lake Metigoshe … Read more
Sylvan Lake is a charming village located about 25 kilometers west of Red Deer on Highway 11 or 11A in central Alberta, Canada. It is located on the southeast shore of 15-kilometer-long Sylvan Lake, a freshwater body that forms the border between the counties of Red Deer and Lacombe. About a million people visit the … Read more
Peach Lake, nestled 50 miles north of New York City in Westchester and Putnam Counties, has evolved from a popular summer getaway to a year-round haven for families. Once bustling with weekend visitors who enjoyed a large beach, boating, and commercial amusements, the lake now boasts serene suburban neighborhoods. These communities feature private beaches, clubhouses, … Read more
Chewalla Lake, a picturesque 260-acre reservoir in the Mississippi Hills region, offers a tranquil retreat with many outdoor activities. Nestled within the Holly Springs National Forest, this serene lake is surrounded by loblolly pines, sweet gum, and oak trees, providing a scenic backdrop for various recreational pursuits. Located an hour from Tupelo and Memphis, TN, … Read more