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(Nebraska, South Dakota - 28,000 acres, 90 miles of shoreline, 45 feet max. depth)
Stretching 25 miles long and straddling the Nebraska and South Dakota border, Lewis and Clark Lake is the smallest of the Missouri River reservoirs; however, it is Nebraska's second largest lake at 28,000 acres. Lewis and Clark Lake has become one of the most popular recreational spots in the Great Plains. It is located along Highway 121, near the town of Crofton, on the Nebraska side, and a few miles west of Yankton on Highway 52 on the South Dakota side. Lewis and Clark Lake is rich in Native American History and made famous by the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Originally designed to provide steady outflow of water to assist navigation, the Missouri River was dammed to provide flood control, hydroelectric power, irrigation, improved water supply, fish and wildlife management, and recreation. Lewis and Clark Lake was created as a project of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers by impounding the Missouri River. The Gavins Point Dam was authorized by the Flood Control Act of 1944, also ...
(California - 4,700 acres, 55 miles of shoreline)
New Bullards Bar Reservoir is located on the west side of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in Yuba County, California, surrounded by the Tahoe and Plumas National Forests. This 4700 acre lake was created by the Yuba County Water Agency by impounding the North Fork of the Yuba River for flood control, irrigation water storage, hydroelectric power generation, and recreation. Construction of the 635-foot high concrete dam was completed in 1970. Water Ski Magazine rated Bullards Bar Reservoir as one of the best recreation lakes in the nation. With its spectacular vistas of Tahoe and Plumas National Forests, 55 miles of explorable shoreline, and deep, cool waters, it's not hard to understand why. Begin your trip with a jaunt in a power boat and get acquainted with your new surroundings. Mosey on over to the 635-foot New Bullards Bar Dam, California's second tallest dam, and stretch your neck as you gaze at the tumbling and steep dam wall. Investigate inlets and make your way to the feeder ...
(Minnesota - 7,370 acres, 140 feet max. depth)
The natural beauty of Whitefish Lake will leave visitors spellbound and ready to leave the cares of the world behind. Nestled in the Central Region of Minnesota, Whitefish Lake is part of the Whitefish Chain of Lakes which includes Upper Whitefish Lake, Lower Whitefish Lake, Big Trout Lake, Clamshell Lake, Hen Lake, Island Lake, Little Pine Lake, Arrowhead Lake, Bertha Lake, Cross Lake, DaggettLake, Lower Hay Lake, Pig Lake, and Rush Lake. With 13,660 surface acres of water and 119 miles of combined shoreline, the Whitefish Chain is the largest chain of lakes in the Brainerd area, and it provides dozens of recreation activities which include boating, fishing, waterskiing, swimming, hiking and bird watching. The 14 lakes in the Whitefish Chain of Lakes are all natural lakes. In 1884, the US Army Corps of Engineers constructed a dam on the Pine River, a tributary of the Mississippi River. Before constructing the dam, Pine River was a creek connecting Cross Lake with Upper and Lower ...
(Utah, Wyoming - 42,020 acres, 208 miles of shoreline, 436 feet max. depth)
With more than 42,000 acres of boating and fishing waters, surrounded by choice camping and picnic areas, Flaming Gorge Reservoir - straddling the Wyoming and Utah state line - is an ideal leisure-time destination. Flaming Gorge Reservoir, in Ashley National Forest, provides many excellent recreational opportunities, including areas with boat ramps, fishing docks, hiking trails, marinas with boat slips, camping sites, and picnic sites. Winter activities are great also with cross country skiing and snowmobiling topping the list. The Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area serves as a recreation centerpiece for the area. Visitor Centers are located at the dam and the south shore of the reservoir, with tours of the 50 story dam and hydroelectric turbines available. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation created Flaming Gorge Reservoir by building the Flaming Gorge Dam in Red Canyon, Utah to impound the Green River. It was built to provide storage for Green River spring floods for use by Arizona, ...
(New York - 13,156 acres, 41 miles of shoreline, 75 feet max. depth)
Chautauqua Lake, located in idyllic Western New York state, has been a destination for vacationers for more than a century. At 1,308 feet above sea level, Chautauqua Lake is one of the highest navigable bodies of water in North America. Only about 6 miles from the shores of Lake Erie, Chautauqua Lake provides calmer waters, charming village escapes and outdoor diversions that are fun for the whole family. One of the most popular destinations along Chautauqua Lake's shores is the Chautauqua Institution. A National Historic Landmark, Chautauqua Institution was founded in 1874 as a camp for Sunday school teachers. The institution has continued to hold programs each summer since then, but has greatly expanded its offerings. Today, the summer programs are organized around arts, education, religion and recreation, or the "four pillars." Theater and dance performances, concerts and operas are also performed during the summer season. The pastoral retreat can usually expect around 150,000 visitors ...
(Virginia - 350 acres, 23 miles of shoreline)
Lake Monticello, located in the gentle rolling hills of the Piedmont Region of Virginia, is a private community with a beautiful 350-acre lake. Within easy distance to Charlottesville and Richmond, Lake Monticello is an ideal home for commuters as wells as retirees. Lake Monticello's main lake was formed by a dam on a short tributary of the Rivanna River. Hurricane Camille filled the lake in 1965. The main lake offers a marina with docks, a concrete launching area, and five beaches with picnic areas. The main lake is great for fishing, water skiing, boating and swimming. Lake Monticello also has a small pond, Tufton Lake, that is only used for fishing. Access to Lake Monticello is restricted. Residents must pay dues to the Lake Monticello Owners' Association (LMOA). The LMOA provides general maintenance of the community as well as a variety of other community services. The 3,500-acre community offers amenities such as six hard-surfaced tennis courts, basketball courts, a swimming ...