These 12 Gorgeous Lakes in Ohio Are Demanding Your Attention This Summer
Ohio has a wide variety of lakes—both natural and man made—but there are some that simply stand out among the rest, giving us the perfect spot to escape to and bask in the serenity that only a large, still body of water can offer.

This old canal reservoir flows through Fairfield, Licking and Perry counties.

This natural lake can be found in Medina County
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Located mostly in Morgan County, but extends into Athens County as well.
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Logan County

Formed by Atwood Dam and located in Tuscarawas and Carroll counties.


This small lake, located in Geauga County, is one of only 13 natural lakes of 100 or more acres in Ohio.

Peacefully located in Champaign County is the only public boating lake that allows no motors of any kind, according to the Ohio Division of Watercraft.
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A popular destination for boaters that can be found in Clermont County.

Quietly and remotely located in Vinton County.

Another quiet and peaceful lake located in Wellington.

...and of course, Ohio's own proudly proclaimed Great Lake.
What’s your favorite lake in Ohio to escape to in search of serenity?
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