Longview Lake is a 930-acre freshwater reservoir in Jackson County, Missouri, located near Grandview, Lee’s Summit, and Kansas City. It is a crucial component of the Little Blue River Project, an endeavor by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to preserve fish and wildlife while averting flooding. The reservoir is hidden in the 4,852-acre Longview … Read more
Spring Hollow Reservoir, located in Virginia’s southern Shenandoah Valley, is a 158-acre artificial lake created by damming a valley southwest of Roanoke. The reservoir, which holds over three billion gallons of water, is fed by the Roanoke River and enclosed by the Clifford D. Craig Memorial Dam. Nestled among forested rolling hills, the reservoir is … Read more
Lake Carlton, a charming 46-acre lake in Southeastern Oklahoma, is a gem within the vast 8,246-acre Robbers Cave State Park. This man-made reservoir, a testament to the 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), is a hub of diverse recreational activities set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Sans Bois Mountains. Recreational Activities Fishing: Lake Carlton is … 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
Hungry Horse Reservoir is a significant reservoir on northwest Montana’s South Fork Flathead River. It is run by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and serves various functions, such as environmental management, flood control, recreation, and the production of hydroelectric power. The reservoir is well-liked by outdoor enthusiasts because it is located in the Flathead National … Read more
The Thompson Chain of Lakes, nestled in Montana’s picturesque Glacier Country region, offers nature enthusiasts and vacationers a serene retreat. Stretching for 20 miles along US Highway 2, about 45 miles south of Libby, this chain of glacial kettle lakes includes notable bodies of water such as Loon Lake, Horseshoe Lake, Crystal Lake, Upper Thompson … 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