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8. Crater Lake, Oregon
Crater Lake is a mountain lake in the south-central section of the state. It’s the main attraction at the aptly-named Crater Lake National Park. It was created almost 8,000 years ago when the volcanic Mount Mazama erupted and formed a caldera that was slowly filled with rainwater and snowmelt.
Crater Lake has a diameter of almost six miles. It is well-known for its significantly deep blue color and its noticeable clarity. The clarity is due to its being cut off from incoming rivers and streams. The visibility is reported to be between 90 and 100 feet. Sunlight penetrates the lake as far down as 400 feet. With a depth of 1,943 feet, it’s the country’s deepest lake.
9. Lake Tahoe, California
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One of the country’s more famous lakes is Lake Tahoe. This lake is situated on the border of California and Nevada. It is surrounded by the stunning snow-capped Sierra Nevada Mountains. This is the second deepest lake in the nation.
It is 1,645 feet deep and has a visibility of over 70 feet in certain areas. The water is so clear that if the weather was not always so chilly you would think you were in the Caribbean. Any time is good for witnessing the natural beauty of North America’s largest alpine lake. If you like skiing then visit in the winter as the ski runs offer exhilarating views. If you’re into watersports then best visit in the summer.
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