America’s 20 Coolest Summertime Lake Towns

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Rangeley, Maine

 

Situated on Rangeley Lake, this is the best summer destination in the state. Camp in Rangeley Lake State Park and kayak, canoe or boat on any of the six lakes. Hike up Saddleback Mountain for the view. Browse the shops and dine at the seafood restaurants.

Wasilla, Alaska

 

This old mining town is the gateway to popular Hatcher Pass which leads to the Independence Mine State Historical Park and features great views of the Talkeetna Mountains. Go glacier-spotting, visit the live reindeer farm and the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race headquarters and museum.

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