Love the water? California is home to the No. 1 lake in the nation, according to USA Today readers.

Get an unobstructed view of the Pacific Ocean at this Catalina Island campground or camp with the redwoods in Northern California.

The Golden State might have more campgrounds than any other in the U.S.—and more visitors, too. From desert to coast to mountains, here are the best uncrowded spots to get a site.

The Trinity Alps Wilderness, about three hours north of Sacramento, offers hiking trails, waterfalls, alpine lakes and smaller crowds than at popular national parks.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Mille Lacs Lake in central Minnesota has been named among the top 10 bass lakes in the U.S. Known for its smallmouth bass fishing, Mille Lacs landed the No. 8 spot on Bassmaster ...

It can be difficult determining the best lakes in a country as large as America. But the people have spoken, and it turns out, California is home to two. Big Bear Lake, located nearly 100 miles ...

Besides camping, wildlife viewing, hunting, OHV off-roading, and desert photography are popular activities in the area. Prospective campers who prefer to smoke their camp food must obtain a permit ...

One of the most 'amazing' lakes in the U.S. is in New England, according to USA Today readers in the 2025 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.