You don't have to go to the coast to enjoy a stay at the beach thanks to this Minnesota town's local lakes. It's a great ...

There’s something timeless about summers by the lake, the reflection of sunlight on calm water, the sound of laughter echoing across a dock, and that unmistakable feeling of freedom that comes with ...

If you want to cool off while traveling on Route 66, this lake in Santa Rosa offers a beach-like experience and a fun ...

In winter, the picturesque Lake Tahoe is battered by wind, snow, and icy air. That’s great for skiers who frequent the surrounding ski resorts, but less so if, like Dane Gaffney and Anders Koijane, ...

Visitors to Rock Hill Lake Park take advantage of the beach and swimming area this month. The city-run park is only the second public swimming area on Lake Wylie. TRACY KIMBALL ...

Looking for a way to cool off with the kids that avoids the chaos of a beach day on Cape Cod? While ocean beaches are certainly the most popular option for swimming on the Cape, the region also has ...

At 4:46 a.m., 11 Michigan teenagers stood on the Canadian shore of Lake Erie looking out at the black water. The hint of sunrise in the eastern sky wasn’t enough to illuminate their surroundings. They ...