Best Lakes in America
Discover pristine lakes ideal for swimming, fishing, boating, and peaceful waterfront relaxation.
All Lakes
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4.8(173)Lake Tillery
Boating, fishing, hunting, camping & other recreation draw visitors to this 5,000-acre, scenic lake.
4.8(191)Sebago Lake
Large lake & recreation area offering fishing, boating, campgrounds, trails & beaches.
4.8(511)Norris Lake
Scenic reservoir with 809 miles of shoreline for boating, fishing, swimming, hiking & picnic areas.
4.8(428)Pomme de Terre Lake
Artificial lake popular for fishing, water sports & beach swims, with many surrounding campsites.
4.8(38)Indian Lake
This popular, 99-acre lake features 3 beaches with seasonal lifeguards, boating, fishing & swimming.
4.8(41)Cane River Lake
Recreational lake with a lush, scenic shoreline, popular with boating & fishing enthusiasts.
4.8(140)Crescent Lake
Hiking & biking on former logging railway routes around a lake with translucent water & campgrounds.
4.8(50)Omak Lake
Omak Lake is a saline endorheic lake in the U.S. state of Washington, within the Greater Omak Area. The lake covers 3,244 acres at an elevation of 950 feet and is fed by three small creeks. With a volume of 705,000 acre-feet and depth of 325 feet, Omak is the largest saline lake in Washington.
4.8(105)Allegheny Reservoir
Paddling, boating & angling around a lakeshore bordered by a forest laced with hiking trails.
4.8(178)Hyalite Reservoir
Artificial lake with campgrounds, forest hikes & kayaking, plus cross-country ski trails in winter.
4.8(57)Pawtuckaway Lake
Celebrated, 784-acre lake featuring swimming, boating, canoe rentals, mountain biking & picnicking.
4.8(12)Pleasant Lake
Small, quiet lake with fishing, swimming beaches & an upscale waterfront inn with a restaurant.
4.8(133)Lake of the Isles
Celebrated urban lake featuring an ice-skating rink, fishing pier, paved jogging paths & dog park.
4.8(22)First Connecticut Lake
Well-known, peaceful lake surrounded by mountains & hills drawing anglers for year-round fishing.
4.8(51)Merrymeeting Lake
Lush hills & vacation homes surround this water body offering fishing, boating, swimming & more.
4.8(50)Cedar Lake
Surrounded by parks & natural areas, this river is a popular place for fishing, canoeing & kayaking.
4.8(93)Kensico Reservoir
Lake with fishing & boating, plus a historic dam featuring a park with a playground & trails.
4.8(298)Watauga Lake
Created in 1948, this reservoir in the Cherokee National Forest offers boating, fishing & more.
4.8(106)Conesus Lake
Water sports, fishing, kayaking & a lively 4th of July celebration draw locals to this popular lake.
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