In addition to the 10,000 lakes in Minnesota, the United States is also known for its lake towns that have gained recognition nationwide and sometimes even globally. Being designated as a “lake town” can carry more weight in defining a …
Of all lake activities, fishing is inarguably one of the most popular. It’s a staple of lake living. Whether you prefer catch-and-release or catching-for-dinner, it’s always exciting to reel in a big one. Maybe you’ve even dreamed of landing a world record. As …
“Drive until the map turns blue,” Brad Paisley sings in one of his songs called “Water.” Typically, he’s not wrong. Due to concentrations of algae, molecule interactions, and the water’s reflection of the sky, lakes are ordinarily blue. However, this …
When you think of the country’s largest lakes, which ones come to mind? It’s most likely one of the Great Lakes bordering U.S. states, Lake Michigan or Lake Superior. Boasting an impressive area of 22,300 square miles and 31,700 square …
As lake homeowners, many of us love fishing. Whether you fish to eat or catch and release, nothing beats the joy of reeling in a freshwater fish. However, many fish –perhaps even in your home lake — could be endangered. According …
There’s something magical about the night sky. Valerie Stimeck, the author of the book Dark Skies, refers to the stars as “one of the few unifying features of human history.” Unfortunately, modern skies, shrouded in city lights, don’t allow for proper …
If you’ve been to the Pacific Northwest and skipped Puget Sound, you’re missing out. It’s simply magnificent. Stretching along Washington state’s northwest coast, this expansive inlet borders large cities like Seattle and natural attractions like Mount Rainier. As Lake Homes Realty moves into Washington …
October is finally here! Everywhere you look, doorsteps are adorned with carved pumpkins, colorful leaves are scattered across the streets, and cable TV is screening Hocus Pocus again. In other words, “spooky season” has arrived. If you’re a lake homeowner, this holiday …
That’s right. Nessie, the infamous “Loch Ness Monster” of Scotland, isn’t the only lake-lurking sea serpent. In several lakes across the U.S., boaters, and pedestrians alike have reported mythical lake monsters’ sightings. Several of our Lake Homes Realty listings are available on …
When you think of lakes, perhaps only freshwater lakes come to mind. However, this isn’t always true. While 4% of the earth’s surface is composed of lakes, many of the largest ones are salt lakes. These lakes include Utah’s Great …
