America’s Cleanest Lake Is Crystal Clear Perfection
America’s Cleanest Lake Is Crystal Clear Perfection
US · Published Sep 1, 2025
Lake Superior has been named America's cleanest lake, boasting virtually undetectable levels of phosphorus and crystal-clear waters.
Lake Chelan in Washington and Lake Hartwell between Georgia and South Carolina ranked as the second and third cleanest lakes, respectively.
Lake Okeechobee in Florida was found to be the dirtiest lake in the U.S., with high pollution levels and visible contamination.
Lake Superior: America's cleanest, crystal-clear lake
If you’re thinking about taking a dip in a U.S. lake anytime soon, one stands out above the rest. Lake Superior, spanning the upper Midwest and stretching into Canada—touching Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Ontario—has earned the distinction of being America’s cleanest lake, according to a study conducted by Lake.com. Its waters are prized for being oxygen-rich and low in minerals.
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