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Crater Lake
At 1,943 feet deep, Oregon’s Crater Lake (above) is the deepest lake in the US and one of the 10 deepest in the world. Clean and incredibly blue, Crater Lake boasts scenic beauty, with sheer cliffs and two gorgeous islands.
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Great Pond
The largest in the chain of Belgrade Lakes in central Maine, Great Pond offers 8,000 acres of crystal-clear water, great fishing and quaint vacation cottages. Great Pond served as the inspiration for On Golden Pond, the play-turned-motion picture by American playwright Ernest Thompson, who spent his childhood summers on Great Pond.
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Lady Bird Lake
Peaceful and beautiful, Lady Bird Lake (above), located in Austin, Texas, allows only non-motorized boats, which makes for a relaxing, quiet day on the lake. When you visit the lake, be sure to take a bit of time to check out Barton Creek, the lake’s famous tributary.
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Lake Chelan
Lake Chelan, a 50.5-mile glacier-fed lake in Washington state, offers deep, clear blue water, and world-class wineries and gourmet restaurants in the surrounding community with a small-town feel.
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Lake Cumberland
With an amazing 1,200 miles of shoreline, southern Kentucky’s Lake Cumberland is the largest US lake east of the Mississippi by volume and is considered the houseboat capital of the world. If houseboats aren’t your thing, check out one of the three beautiful state parks that flank the lake.
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Lake George
Lake George (above) is located at the base of the Adirondack Mountains in New York. With swimming, boating, biking, bird watching and hiking aplenty you’re bound to find something for everyone in your family.
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Lake Martin
With swimming, golfing, boating, fishing, water skiing and camping, there’s truly something for everyone at Alabama's Lake Martin. If visit on the Fourth of July, you can enjoy their annual fireworks display, said to be the best in the Southeast. Numerous islands invite exploration -- with the well-known Chimney Rock to gaze at, there’s no shortage of beauty at Lake Martin.
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Lake Michigan
Lake Michigan (above), at approximately 118 miles wide and 307 miles long, offers more than 1,600 miles of shoreline, with resorts and campgrounds galore to make your stay perfect. Hiking trails and water sports delight visitors who seek adventure, and gorgeous beaches are perfect for those who crave relaxation.
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Lake Norman
Fishing, hiking, and swimming await you on Lake Norman in central North Carolina. This lovely lake measures 34 miles long and offers 520 miles of shoreline. Excellent water skiing, wake-boarding, rowing, fishing and sailing make Lake Norman a water sports paradise.
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Lake Tahoe
Straddling California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe (above) is the second deepest lake in the US and boasts water clarity of 70 feet. Summer water temps of 65 to 70 degrees don’t faze local swimmers, who flock to the crystal-clear lake for swimming, boating, fishing and paddle boarding. With 72 miles of shoreline, you’re bound to find your perfect summer spot.