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New York's Vibrant Lake State Park Boasts A Swim Beach With Ethereal Caribbean-Colored Waters, Trails, And Golf

In upstate New York, you can find state parks with stunning waterfalls and plenty of camping opportunities. But while many tourists might not immediately think of New York when they're looking for a ...
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On The Michigan-Ohio Border Is An Under-The-Radar Park With Serene Lakes, Forests, And A Dark Sky Preserve

This park's lake has a 'no-wake' policy, so boating and fishing are perfectly serene. At night, the skies are clear enough to ...
AOL

This U.S. Lake Is So Clear and Turquoise It's Nicknamed the 'Caribbean of the North'—and You Can Swim, Snorkel, and Scuba in It

Visitors come for boating, snorkeling, fishing, and exploring scenic trails or nearby small towns with great food and local charm. It’s considered a hidden Midwest gem thanks to its Caribbean-like ...
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Nestled In South Carolina's Blue Ridge Foothills Is A Blue-Green Lake With Waterfalls, Coves, And Camping

There are plenty of reasons to visit South Carolina, but this majestic park with beautiful lakes and plenty to do will make ...
Des Moines Register

Reader's Digest ranks an Iowa lake one of the best for swimming. Its water might be unsafe

An Iowa lake has been named one of the 26 best lakes for swimming in the U.S. this summer, according to the Reader's Digest. But is it actually safe for swimming? The Iowa Department of Natural ...
The Herald SC

Try these two Rock Hill swim beaches to cool down and get a break from the heat

Visitors to Rock Hill Lake Park take advantage of the beach and swimming area this month. The city-run park is only the second public swimming area on Lake Wylie. TRACY KIMBALL ...
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Quarry lake to become a public swimming facility at Sojourner Truth State Park

KINGSTON, N.Y. (NEWS10)– A spring-fed quarry lake will soon become a public swimming facility at the newest State Park in Kingston. According to New York State Parks, Lake Sophia is part of a $75.6 ...