The 10 Best Lake Towns in the U.S.

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Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada

Explore Lake Tahoe's beauty: beaches, trails, skiing. Must-visit: Sand Harbor State Park. 3-day car rental for scenic views.

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Lake Placid, New York

Lake Placid, NY: Ideal Adirondack mountain town for outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and scenic beauty. Olympic heritage, diverse dining.

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Traverse City, Michigan

Traverse City: Cherries, wine, beaches; must-visit for cherry festival, wineries like Chateau Chantal.

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Laconia, New Hampshire

Lake Winnipesaukee: NH's largest at 72 miles, near Laconia. Ideal vacation with water sports, mountains, and fun attractions.

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Sister Bay, Wisconsin

Sister Bay: Quaint waterfront, shops. Marina's beauty, boat rental. Wineries, Al Johnson's unique Swedish restaurant with grazing goats.

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Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Coeur d'Alene Lake: Idaho's scenic gem with outdoor fun, Kim Kardashian's vacation spot. Ideal for boating, fishing, and vibrant downtown.

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Lake Chelan, Washington State

Lake Chelan: Pristine glacier-fed lake, 3hr from Seattle. Mountains, vineyards, water sports by day, wineries by night. Heaven on Earth.

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Lake Blackshear, Georgia

Lake Blackshear: 2.5hr from Atlanta, 8,700-acre serene beauty with resort, golf, boating & historic attractions in Cordele, GA.

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Burlington, Vermont

Burlington: Lakefront artsy town with diverse dining, vibrant nightlife, and outdoor adventures. Ben & Jerry's nearby.

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Big Bear Lake, California

Big Bear: Lake, mountains, nature. Lodging: homes, hotels. Summer: flowers, fireworks. Winter: skiing. Marina Riviera: lake views, water sports.

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