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4. Yellowstone Lake, Wyoming
Yellowstone Lake is situated in one of the planet’s most geologically active places. It is also the officially largest body of water in all of Yellowstone National Park. (The park itself spans the states of Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho.)
The Absaroka and Beartooth mountains serve as a fitting backdrop to this crystal clear lake. Although over 2 million travelers come here to the park every summer, some sources suggest the best time to see the lake itself is in the winter. They report that the lively geysers found along the striking West Thumb shoreline look like multi-colored cauldrons amidst the virgin white snow. Indeed, the rising steam released there adds an eerie aura to the frozen landscape.
5. Lake Superior, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin
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Veteran visitors say the lake’s name pretty much speaks for itself. This state-spanning lake is not only the largest of the Great Lakes but also the largest freshwater lake on the planet (measured by surface area). The best time to visit the lake is during the fall.
Take in the views along the lake’s lovely 2,700-mile shoreline. It’s then that the nearby foliage is a virtual rainbow of warm, welcoming colors. Visit the southeast of this lake and see Spray Falls. The clear turquoise water looks as if it came from the beautiful Caribbean. Other neighboring natural attractions include the beaches, the impressive 200-foot sandstone cliffs, and additional waterfalls that pour into the lake at popular Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.
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