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
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
Built in 1956, Lake Waxahachie is a 656-acre body of water in Ellis County, Texas, that supplies the adjacent City of Waxahachie with municipal water. Despite its relatively small size, the reservoir offers a variety of recreational activities and is surrounded by beautiful homes with stunning lake views. The City of Waxahachie manages the reservoir, … Read more
Highland Lakes is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Vernon Township in Sussex County, New Jersey. As of the 2010 United States Census, the population was 4,933. The community has its own post office with the ZIP Code 07422. The community was initially referred to as “Highland Lake” by the United States Census … Read more
Brereton Lake, located in the heart of the Whiteshell Provincial Park in Manitoba, Canada, is a serene retreat two hours east of Winnipeg. This picturesque lake, situated north of Rennie on Provincial Highway 307, is surrounded by a dense forest and offers a perfect blend of wilderness and civilized conveniences. Brereton Lake is home to … Read more
Beautiful Star Lake, located within the scenic Whiteshell Provincial Park, is one of Manitoba’s prized residential lakes. Positioned just west of the larger West Hawk Lake, Star Lake is a haven for cottage communities, offering a tranquil retreat amidst the province’s rugged wilderness. Most cottages on Star Lake are situated on leased Crown lands and … Read more
Big Whiteshell Lake, located within Whiteshell Provincial Park in southeastern Manitoba, Canada, offers a pristine natural retreat approximately 162 kilometers (101 miles) east of Winnipeg. The lake is accessible via Provincial Road 309, terminating at its scenic shores. This picturesque lake is nestled in a landscape rich with forested beauty and abundant wildlife, making it … Read more
Pomme de Terre Lake, located in the scenic west-central Missouri Ozarks, is a captivating and multifaceted destination named after the French term “Pomme de Terre,” which translates to “Apple of the Earth” or “potato.” This name likely stems from the potato-like plants, possibly Apios Americana or Potato Bean, found along the river’s banks, historically used … Read more
The Piccaninnie Ponds Conservation Park is a breathtaking natural area located in the southeast of South Australia within the locality of Wye. It overlooks Discovery Bay and is approximately 490 kilometers southeast of Adelaide and 30 kilometers southeast of Mount Gambier. This conservation park is renowned for its unique wetland ecosystem, fed by freshwater springs … Read more
Turquoise Lake, nestled in the San Isabel National Forest near Leadville, Colorado, is an artificial reservoir that spans 1,780 acres with a capacity of 129,440 acre-feet. Created by the Sugar Loaf Dam, the lake was part of the Fryingpan-Arkansas Project, which diverts water from the Colorado River basin to the more arid plains east of … Read more