Best Lakes in America
Discover pristine lakes ideal for swimming, fishing, boating, and peaceful waterfront relaxation.
All Lakes
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4.4(10)Wood Lake
Wood Lake is a lake near the town of Wood Lake, Minnesota in Yellow Medicine County. The lake was named for the dense woods originally bordering the lake.
4.4(54)Lake George
This small lake next to a park offers year-round recreation, from water skiing to ice fishing.
4.4(24)Lake Drummond
Shallow freshwater lake in a protected wetlands/wildlife refuge, offering fishing & boating.
4.4(111)Cross Lake
2 public parks afford access for fishing & boating on this sizable lake studded with trees.
4.4(59)Washoe Lake
Boating, fishing & birding are the highlights at this scenic lake located in a state park.
4.4(432)Arcadia Lake
Man-made 1,820-acre lake constructed in 1987, popular for fishing, water sports & swimming.
4.4(48)Lake McQueeney
Artificial lake in a residential area featuring fishing, swimming, boating & a developed island.
4.4(120)Boone Lake
Public dam & reservoir featuring a recreational lake for boating, fishing & swimming.
4.4(86)Lake Springfield
4,260-acre reservoir with boating, fishing, a marina with watercraft rentals & a park with a zoo.
4.4(279)Jordanelle Reservoir
Recreational reservoir at Jordanelle State Park, popular for fishing, boating & shoreline camping.
4.4(26)Stonewall Jackson Lake
Boating, fishing & swimming on scenic parkland with a golf resort, restaurants & a campground.
4.4(121)Lake Pat Cleburne
Municipal water-supply reservoir & fishing destination with a park & designated swimming area.
4.4(141)Moses Lake
Sinuous reservoir offering fishing, boating & water sports, plus shores with sand dunes & camping.
4.4(138)Caballo Lake State Park
Mountain lake dotted with campgrounds, a popular spot for boating, fishing & hiking.
4.4(368)Lake Harriet
This lake is surrounded by parks & features beaches, trails, boating, a bandshell & skyline views.
4.4(15)Echo Lake
Glacial lake in a picturesque mountain setting, used for fishing, swimming & recreational boating.
4.4(80)Lake Cochituate
Located within a state park, this picturesque lake features boat rentals, picnic areas & trails.
4.4(15)Lake Montauk
Private homes ring this quaint bay featuring restaurants & marinas with boat traffic.
4.4(78)Capitol Lake
Artificial lake with a sidewalk for walking & running, plus public parks & an interpretive center.
4.4(4,406)Lake Gregory Regional Park
Park's 84 acres are dominated by Lake Gregory, which is surrounded by trails, picnics & pines.
Trip packing checklist
Gear for Lakes
Useful gear categories for this kind of water trip. These links open Amazon search results so you can compare current options before you go.
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Useful for calm-water exploring without roof-rack logistics.
Keeps food and drinks together for longer waterfront stays.
A starter combo is often enough for casual lake fishing.
Open shorelines and boats can mean hours of direct sun.
Tips for Visiting Lakes
Check for boat launch facilities and fees
Obtain required fishing licenses before arrival
Be aware of lake-specific regulations and restrictions
Monitor water quality reports before swimming