Great Lake Vacations in the Midwest
With a lot of major travel plans being put on hold, a great alternative option can be taking a road trip to a beautiful lake in the Midwest. Not only is it a great and beautiful experience, but it can also be safer than some other larger trips this year. Traveling by car, boating across the beautiful water, and feeling the fresh breeze on your face are all great ways to stay away from crowds and enjoy nature. Keep reading to learn from our team at Firstmate Controls about five great lake destinations in the Midwest to visit this year!
One of the most popular boating areas in inland Wisconsin is Lake Winnebago. Thirty miles long and 10 miles wide at its extremes, the lake is dotted with towns having familiar names like Oshkosh, Appleton, and Fond du Lac, which, for the sake of conversation, is home to inboard and outboard builder Mercury Marine. Public water access is particularly good here, with a state park and a handful of county parks scattered around the lake’s 88 miles of shoreline.
The waters of the Elk River Chain in Michigan are so clear that they have the appearance of a tropical paradise when the sun shines on them during the boating season. That makes them a prime boating destination! Torch Lake is the biggest and most scenic of the lakes and is easily accessible, just off Grand Traverse Bay. State parks and launch facilities are everywhere and range from concrete ramps to sandy put-in spots.
Kingsley Dam in Nebraska was built to contain the lake and is the second largest hydraulic fill dam in the world. It was formed by pumping of a mixture of soil and water into the ground, making a watertight core to hold the water back. The result is a relatively open impoundment measuring 22 miles long by four miles wide. The lake is lined by many miles of white sand beaches and is perfect for sailing, power boating, fishing, and even scuba diving. Walleye fill the lake and bird watchers flock to the area to get a look at species like Sandhill Cranes. Numerous campgrounds and parks dot the shoreline, making it a popular spot for boaters who RV their boating rigs around to various lakes and rivers.
Missouri's largest destination lake, Lake of the Ozarks is centrally located in Missouri, stretching across four counties. It's known as ‘The Magic Dragon’ because of its serpentine shape. It is a massive reservoir that was created by the damming of the Osage River in 1931. It has more than 1,150 total miles of shoreline, including a main channel that stretches 92 miles, and has been called the "Best Recreational Lake" by USA Today.
Table Rock Lake is an artificial lake in The Ozarks of southwestern Missouri and northwestern Arkansas. It is one of the popular draws for the nearby town of Branson, Missouri. There are several commercial marinas along the lake, and Table Rock State Park is located on the east side, both north and south of Table Rock Dam. Downstream from the dam, the Missouri Department of Conservation operates a fish hatchery, which is used to stock trout in Lake Taneycomo.
So, what are you waiting for? Pick your favorite lake destination and make plans to visit them this year for your relaxing, safe getaway. What has been your favorite way to vacation so far in 2020?
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Wisconsin - Lake Winnebago
One of the most popular boating areas in inland Wisconsin is Lake Winnebago. Thirty miles long and 10 miles wide at its extremes, the lake is dotted with towns having familiar names like Oshkosh, Appleton, and Fond du Lac, which, for the sake of conversation, is home to inboard and outboard builder Mercury Marine. Public water access is particularly good here, with a state park and a handful of county parks scattered around the lake’s 88 miles of shoreline.
Michigan - Elk River Chain of Lakes
The waters of the Elk River Chain in Michigan are so clear that they have the appearance of a tropical paradise when the sun shines on them during the boating season. That makes them a prime boating destination! Torch Lake is the biggest and most scenic of the lakes and is easily accessible, just off Grand Traverse Bay. State parks and launch facilities are everywhere and range from concrete ramps to sandy put-in spots.
Nebraska - Lake McConaughy
Kingsley Dam in Nebraska was built to contain the lake and is the second largest hydraulic fill dam in the world. It was formed by pumping of a mixture of soil and water into the ground, making a watertight core to hold the water back. The result is a relatively open impoundment measuring 22 miles long by four miles wide. The lake is lined by many miles of white sand beaches and is perfect for sailing, power boating, fishing, and even scuba diving. Walleye fill the lake and bird watchers flock to the area to get a look at species like Sandhill Cranes. Numerous campgrounds and parks dot the shoreline, making it a popular spot for boaters who RV their boating rigs around to various lakes and rivers.
Lake of the Ozarks, Photo Credit: FunLake.com
Missouri - Lake of the Ozarks
Missouri's largest destination lake, Lake of the Ozarks is centrally located in Missouri, stretching across four counties. It's known as ‘The Magic Dragon’ because of its serpentine shape. It is a massive reservoir that was created by the damming of the Osage River in 1931. It has more than 1,150 total miles of shoreline, including a main channel that stretches 92 miles, and has been called the "Best Recreational Lake" by USA Today.
Missouri - Table Rock
Table Rock Lake is an artificial lake in The Ozarks of southwestern Missouri and northwestern Arkansas. It is one of the popular draws for the nearby town of Branson, Missouri. There are several commercial marinas along the lake, and Table Rock State Park is located on the east side, both north and south of Table Rock Dam. Downstream from the dam, the Missouri Department of Conservation operates a fish hatchery, which is used to stock trout in Lake Taneycomo.
Lake Vacations in the Midwest
So, what are you waiting for? Pick your favorite lake destination and make plans to visit them this year for your relaxing, safe getaway. What has been your favorite way to vacation so far in 2020?
As you travel with your boat, remember that Firstmate Controls has all of the best dock accessories and the best boat lift remote controls. We make it easy for you to load up the boat and get it in and out of the water for your next road trip. Give us a call or visit our website to learn more about what we can do for you!
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