Lake Vacation Guide
Although many people traditionally choose to travel thousands of miles to overcrowded beach resorts on the coast for their annual vacation, why not do something different this year and try a lake vacation instead? There are hundreds of wonderful lake resorts in the US—many of them well within easy traveling distance. Why fight for space on a coastal beach, when you can enjoy the space of hundreds of miles of stunning lake shoreline. Premier lake resorts offer clean, fresh water: ideal for swimming and fishing; unrivaled water sports; a multitude of fun family attractions; and are quite simply excellent value!
There are some stunning lake resorts to choose from and there is bound to be one near you that fits your vacation needs. In these difficult economic times, it makes sense to plan your annual vacation somewhere closer to home, so why not explore some of America’s premium lake resorts and discover some of the secrets the locals have known about for years!
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Why not try Lake of the Ozarks in the heart of Missouri—the premier lake resort of the Midwest. With spectacular scenery, a host of attractions and sporting opportunities, Lake of the Ozarks is growing in popularity every year.
Lake Havasu is another popular destination: it is known as the largest playground in Arizona where the sun always shines. With more than 400 miles of beautiful coastline, Lake Havasu is a paradise vacation destination for water enthusiasts and desert lovers alike. There is plenty for visitors to do: from boating and water sports, to catching a glimpse of the world famous London Bridge.
Or how about Lake Tahoe which sits right in the middle of California and Nevada and offers year round sunshine for all seasons. Whether you love water sports in the summer, or world class skiing in winter, it is a top destination.
Sebago Lake, famous for its land-locked salmon, offers a wonderful introduction to the state of Maine. It is southern Maine’s largest lake resort, perfect for holidays all year round: baking hot summers and the glorious colors of fall. With shores on both the south coast regions and the western mountains, it offers both peaceful relaxation and lively entertainment.
Other popular lake resorts include Lake Michigan and Lake Chelan in the north, Flathead Lake in the west, and Lake Mead in the south. In fact, with so many amazing lake resorts in the US to choose from, your biggest problem will probably be deciding which one to visit!
