Ross Lake

Washington State’s Sunkissed Ross Lake

Upon first sight of Ross Lake, many visitors had not believed the sun-kissed, vivid colors of its waters in its pictures were real. Seattle City Light operates Skagit Dam, which impounds the surreal Ross Lake. Ross Lake narrowly winds south to north on the Skagit River with a part of it in Canada in the Ross…

Mirror Lake

The Mirror Lakes of the USA

Over fourteen (14) U.S. lakes use the name Mirror Lake. Theoretically, Mirror Lakes perfectly mirror their surrounding landscapes on top of their still waters and give off an illusion of infinite depth. Weather plays a role in glass-like, still waters. Even a slight breeze can disrupt a lake’s reflections. Mirror Lake, Yosemite, California Tenaya Creek…

Lake Oneida

The Heart of New York State: Oneida Lake

The largest lake within the borders of New York State (NYS), Oneida Lake, lies less than 30 minutes northeast of Syracuse, New York. Syracuse, a frontier town, grew up around the building of the Erie Canal, but Oneida Lake is a natural glacial remnant lake. The Oneida Indians named Oneida Lake “Tsioqui”, which means “white…

Yellowstone Lake

Wyoming’s Yellowstone Lake Beckons as North America’s Largest High-Altitude Escape

Yellowstone Lake, situated in the heart of Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, captivates visitors with its serene beauty. As the largest high-elevation lake in North America, Yellowstone Lake offers a myriad of activities, making it a can’t-miss destination. History Of Yellowstone Lake Yellowstone Lake holds a significant place in the history of the Yellowstone region.…

Pehoe Lake

Pehoe Lake in Chile Resembles a Scene from a Fairy Tale

Pehoe Lake, pronounced as “pay-oh-way,” is a breathtaking lake within the picturesque Torres del Paine National Park in the Magallanes Region of Chilean Patagonia. Surrounded by majestic mountains, this lake fascinates visitors with its bright blue hues and offers a handful of outdoor activities to enjoy amidst its mesmerizing scenery. Pehoe Lake History and Facts…

Great Salt Lake

How is the Great Salt Lake Doing in 2024?

The Great Salt Lake is shrinking and in distress, but continues to boast year-round, outdoor excitement, mostly off the water, primitive to luxurious accommodations, city attractions and creature comforts, and is surrounded by nature abounding with flora and fauna. Its high salt content renders it impractical for swimming, but a few people do swim in…

Lake Clark

Lake Clark Alaska: Full of Wild Surprises

Lake Clark sits off Cook Inlet southwest Anchorage, Alaska, which sits on Knik Arm off the northern end of Cook Inlet. Cook Inlet branches off into the Turnagain Arm on its northern end. Cook Inlet merges with Chugach Passage, Kennedy Entrance, Shelikof Strait, and Stevenson Entrance on its southern end.  Alaskan captains and bush pilots…