Best Lakes in America
Discover pristine lakes ideal for swimming, fishing, boating, and peaceful waterfront relaxation.
All Lakes
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4.7(121)Canobie Lake
Calm reservoir with an amusement park along its shores, also popular for kayaking & fishing.
4.7(166)Kanopolis Lake
Kanopolis Lake is a reservoir in Ellsworth County in the Smoky Hills of central Kansas, about 31 miles southwest of Salina and a few miles southeast of the town of Kanopolis. The lake is formed by Kanopolis Dam.
4.7(475)Lake Elizabeth
Recreation area with a bird-filled island, plus a dog park, playgrounds, sports fields & boat ramp.
4.7(51)Green Lake
Freshwater lake offers swimming beaches, fishing sites, boat ramps & a recreational path.
4.7(188)Coeur d'Alene Lake
Sizable, scenic lake offering adjacent cycling trails, swimming beaches & bald eagle sightings.
4.7(125)Mirror Lake
Tranquil lake, popular for swimming & boating, plus dog sledding & ice skating in winter.
4.7(1,606)Lake of the Ozarks
Big, scenic reservoir with many shore attractions, including camping, fishing & underground caverns.
4.7(26)Pelican Lake
Easygoing recreational hub with a sandy beach, popular boating destination & shade trees.
4.7(244)Lake Nokomis
Man-made lake with boat & kayak rentals, plus swimming beaches, waterside parks & bike trails.
4.7(519)Raystown Lake
Completed in 1973, the state's largest lake offers swimming, fishing, boat launches & hiking trails.
4.7(310)Falls Lake
Backed by pine trees, this peaceful 12,000-acre lake offers camping, swimming, hiking & biking.
4.7(109)Radnor Lake
Tranquil lake within a woodsy, 1,368-acre park with hiking trails, bird-watching & more.
4.7(101)Reeds Lake
Large, scenic lake on a park with a walking path, public boat launch & year-round fishing.
4.7(41)Conway Lake
A popular fishing hole, this 1,316-acre lake features a boat launch, swimming beach & campground.
4.7(18)Lake Rescue
This 180-acre lake offers swimming, fishing, waterskiing, ice skating & other activities.
4.7(202)Grenada Lake
Reservoir lake known for camping & fishing, including tournaments, plus waterfront parks & trails.
4.7(373)Wilson Lake
Large recreational reservoir popular for sport fishing, plus camping & swimming at waterfront parks.
4.7(9,945)Green Lake Park
Recreation area with trails, beach & boathouse, plus tennis courts, baseball fields & indoor pool.
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4.7(143)Lake Sammamish
Parkland surrounds this freshwater lake with boating, waterskiing, picnic shelters & hiking trails.
4.7(207)Lake Red Rock
Expansive recreational area surrounded by parks, with hiking & biking trails, plus campsites.
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