Man Sagar Lake, located in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, is an artificial lake named after Raja Man Singh, the ruler of Amer, who constructed it around 1610 by damming the Dravyavati River. The lake spans over an area of 300 acres surrounded by the Aravalli hills on the north, west, and east sides, while the southern … Read more
The jewel in the crown of Kittatinny Valley State Park is Lake Aeroflex, situated in the Skylands section of New Jersey. The deepest natural lake in New Jersey is also known as New Wawayanda Lake. It is one of only two lakes in the state that the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife has … Read more
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
Meduxnekeag Lake, or Drew’s Lake, offers a serene Northern Maine hideaway in Aroostook County. Created in 1947 by damming the headwaters of the Meduxnekeag River, this 1,144-acre lake is surrounded by inviting waters, wooded scenery, and abundant wildlife. The lake has yet to be developed; the eastern bay has a public boat launch. The lake … Read more
Lavon Lake, also known commercially as Lake Lavon, is a notable freshwater reservoir in southeast Collin County, Texas. Positioned near the city of Wylie and accessible via State Highway 78, this lake plays a crucial role in the region. The lake, officially named Lavon Lake by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is also referred … Read more
Cabonga Reservoir, located within Quebec’s La Verendrye Wildlife Reserve, offers a pristine escape for those seeking solitude and adventure in the wilderness. Covering 261 square miles and with 187 square miles of water surface, the reservoir is dotted with islands, peninsulas, and myriad interconnected lakes, forming a labyrinthine aquatic landscape perfect for exploration. Because of … Read more
Nestled between Dallas and Fort Worth, inhabitants of the metroplex can benefit from Lake Arlington’s dual mission of providing water and flood control. The lake, which is around 2,000 acres, gained popularity fast as a place to go boating and fishing. A rich life is offered in a few tiny gated communities with stunning lake … Read more
Five lakes comprise the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes, an urban gem including Brownie Lake, Lake Harriet, Lake Calhoun, Lake of the Isles, and Cedar Lake. These lakes and their surrounding parkland cover over 1500 acres, with nearly 1100 acres of water. A 13-mile trail system connects all five lakes, ideal for walking and biking. Channels … 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