Best Lakes in America
Discover pristine lakes ideal for swimming, fishing, boating, and peaceful waterfront relaxation.
All Lakes
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4.8(180)Skaneateles Lake
Finger Lake that's a popular option for boating, yachting & lake cruises, as well as fishing.
4.8(234)South Holston Lake
This 7,580-acre reservoir operated by the Tennessee Valley Authority offers fishing & boating.
4.8(105)Allegheny Reservoir
Paddling, boating & angling around a lakeshore bordered by a forest laced with hiking trails.
4.8(963)Lake Cumberland
Created by the Wolf Creek Dam, this lake is a popular fishing & boating destination.
4.8(173)Lake Tillery
Boating, fishing, hunting, camping & other recreation draw visitors to this 5,000-acre, scenic lake.
4.8(156)Melvern Lake
Melvern Dam is a dam in Osage County, Kansas. The earthen dam was completed in 1970, and the reservoir completely filled in 1975, as a flood control project of the United States Army Corps of Engineers.
4.8(41)Delta Reservoir
A well-known destination for fishing, this large lake offers campgrounds, a marina & boat launches.
4.8(122)Newark Reservoir
Reservoir lake surrounded by a paved waterfront walking trail with access to an adjacent park.
4.8(261)Lake Artemesia
Reservoir covering 38 acres, with fishing piers, aquatic gardens & trails in the surrounding area.
4.8(190)Paulina Lake
Crater lake in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument offering fishing, kayaking & paddle-boarding.
4.8(51)Merrymeeting Lake
Lush hills & vacation homes surround this water body offering fishing, boating, swimming & more.
4.8(234)Priest Lake
Mountain lake with beaches, parks & lodging, plus activities such as boating, fishing & hunting.
4.8(428)Pomme de Terre Lake
Artificial lake popular for fishing, water sports & beach swims, with many surrounding campsites.
4.8(189)Lake Union
Picturesque freshwater lake providing a popular boating spot & an annual wooden boat festival.
4.8(631)Summersville Lake
Scenic lake created by a dam, with 60 mi. of shoreline offering boating, fishing & camping.
4.8(191)Sebago Lake
Large lake & recreation area offering fishing, boating, campgrounds, trails & beaches.
4.8(93)Kensico Reservoir
Lake with fishing & boating, plus a historic dam featuring a park with a playground & trails.
4.8(106)Rangeley Lake
Encircled by mountains, this tranquil lake offers scenic views & a landing zone for sea planes.
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(133)Lake of the Isles
Celebrated urban lake featuring an ice-skating rink, fishing pier, paved jogging paths & dog park.
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