8 Great Lakeside Beaches in the U.S. to Visit This Summer

Lake Champlain (New York & Vermont)

Steeped in history, Lake Champlain was pivotal in three major American conflicts and boasts forts and museums along its shores.

Lake Superior (Michigan, Minnesota, & Wisconsin)

Known for its vastness, Lake Superior is a haven for fishing enthusiasts with abundant salmon, trout, walleye, and more.

Crater Lake (Oregon)

Offering unique geological wonders, Crater Lake is the deepest in the U.S., formed from a collapsed volcano and featuring stunning rock formations like Phantom Ship.

Lake Winnebago (Wisconsin)

A hotspot for windsurfing and kite surfing, Lake Winnebago's steady winds and sandy bottom make it ideal for water sports year-round.

Lake Kabetogama (Minnesota)

Perfect for kayak or canoe camping, Lake Kabetogama in Voyageurs National Park offers remote wilderness campsites accessible only by boat.

Lake Clark (Alaska)

Accessible only by bush plane, Lake Clark provides quintessential Alaskan wilderness adventures with fishing, kayaking, wildlife-watching, and backwoods camping.

Lake Tahoe (California)

A haven for snow sports enthusiasts, Lake Tahoe offers numerous winter resorts and snowy forest trails for skiing and snowboarding.

Lake Michigan (Wisconsin)

Known for its diverse beaches, Lake Michigan boasts over 1,600 miles of shoreline offering varied sun-and-sand experiences, from urban strands to wild dunes.