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This remote lake in South Carolina boasts crystal-clear waters and an underwater ghost town

Here’s everything to know about visiting Lake Jocassee.
Ever After in the Woods

Indiana’s Limestone Quarry Turned Into A Beautiful Cliffside Swimming Destination

In Indiana, an old limestone quarry offers a unique swimming escape framed by towering cliffs and striking natural beauty.

New ranking reveals the world’s best places for cold-water swimming and wild bathing

Travellers are ditching heated pools for icy lakes and wild swims, as a new global ranking reveals the world’s most ...
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Hidden in Itasca State Park is a unique Minnesota glacier lake with campgrounds and crystal-clear waters

Offering clear waters and quick access to hiking, biking, and boating, this lake in Minnesota is a charming spot for your ...
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This U.S. Lake Is So Clear and Turquoise It's Nicknamed the 'Caribbean of the North'—and You Can Swim, Snorkel, and Scuba in It

Eric Dush/Getty Images The turquoise waters of Torch Lake is Michigan. Torch Lake is a place that few outside Michigan have probably heard of, yet its turquoise waters and serene sandbar make it one ...
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Quarry lake to become a public swimming facility at Sojourner Truth State Park

KINGSTON, N.Y. (NEWS10)– A spring-fed quarry lake will soon become a public swimming facility at the newest State Park in Kingston. According to New York State Parks, Lake Sophia is part of a $75.6 ...
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This U.S. Lake Is So Clear and Turquoise It's Nicknamed the 'Caribbean of the North'—and You Can Swim, Snorkel, and Scuba in It

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Visitors come for boating, snorkeling, fishing, and exploring scenic trails or nearby small towns with great food and local charm.