Top 10 lakes in the US

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.

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.