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A new list identifying the best lakes in the United States as summer rolls along includes two prized recreation destinations in California.
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Lake Tahoe claimed the 10th spot on the USA Today list, while Big Bear Lake in Southern California came in second. Lake Havasu on the Arizona-California border naked eighth.
Lake Erie took the top spot on the list, followed by Elkhart Lake in Wisconsin, Lake Michigan, Lake Ouachita in Arkansas, Lake Mendota in Wisconsin, Lake Cumberland in Kentucky and Lake Superior.
The list was compiled by editors and readers, USA Today said.
Here’s what to know:
Lake Tahoe
The USA Today list puts Lake Tahoe at No. 10 in the United States, praising it “for its incredible beauty” and calling it “one of the most stunning natural features to grace both Californian and Nevadan soil.”
“While it’s certainly a wonder to behold, Lake Tahoe is home to far more than just abundant natural beauty, with amenities ranging from nice casinos to waterfront dining spots to ultra-idyllic shoreside bike paths,” the report says.
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Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake, about 100 miles east of Los Angeles, ranked No. 2 on the USA Today list.
“Whether you visit during peak summer or the most frigid depths of winter, there’s a massive array of activities to enjoy across Big Bear Lake, the largest recreational body of water in Southern California,” the publication said.
The Big Bear Lake area is popular with skiers and snowboarders in winter, while summer brings “top-tier fishing opportunities, with anglers gathering to search for rainbow trout,” USA Today said.
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