Capilano Lake is an artificial reservoir in North Vancouver and West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The lake is important in the region, providing approximately 40% of Greater Vancouver’s water supply. This makes it an essential component of the Metro Vancouver watersheds, ensuring a reliable source of fresh water for the area’s residents. Capilano Lake was … 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
In addition to providing the City of Cleburne, Texas, with an abundance of recreational opportunities, Lake Cleburne is also an essential water source. Tucked away in the Prairies and Lakes area, this reservoir is well known for its great bass fishing, producing enough four- to five-pound bass to draw anglers in on a regular basis. … Read more
The Chicago Lakes Trail, part of Denver’s Mountain Parks system, offers an engaging hike through the stunning landscapes of the Front Range. Nestled near 14,240-foot Mount Evans, these alpine lakes provide picturesque views within the Arapaho National Forest. Located about 38 miles west of Denver, the trail spans between Echo Lake Park and Summit Lake … Read more
The Essex Chain of Lakes, located in New York’s Adirondacks region, was opened to the public on October 1, 2013, after being acquired from Finch, Pruyn & Co. This 11,600-acre tract within the 69,000 acres purchased is now under the interim management while final access designations are determined by the Adirondack Park Agency. The area … Read more
The Pipmuacan Reservoir, known in French as Réservoir Pipmuacan, is an artificial lake situated on the border between the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean and Côte-Nord regions of Quebec, Canada, approximately 130 kilometers north of Chicoutimi. This reservoir is crucial in regulating water flow for downstream hydroelectric stations on the Betsiamites River and, through Lake Pamouscachiou, the Shipshaw River. … Read more
The Gouin Reservoir, known in French as Réservoir Gouin, is a vast artificial lake located entirely within the boundaries of the City of La Tuque in Quebec, Canada. Unlike a single continuous body of water, the reservoir consists of a series of interconnected lakes, separated by numerous bays, peninsulas, and islands that give it a … 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
Lake Minnewaska is a unique and picturesque 36-acre lake atop the Shawangunk Mountain ridge in New York’s Catskills region. Surrounded by cliff walls and held in place by bedrock and a small dam, this high-altitude lake offers a serene view for nature enthusiasts. The lake, originally known as Coxing Pond, was renamed and slightly altered … Read more
The Sky Lakes Wilderness is a vast wilderness area in the Rogue River–Siskiyou and Fremont–Winema national forests in the southern Cascade Range of Oregon, USA. This protected area spans approximately 116,300 acres, with 75,695 acres in the Rogue River–Siskiyou National Forest and 40,605 acres in the Fremont–Winema National Forest. Established in 1984 under the Wilderness … Read more