About 7 percent of the United States is made up of water, with the states of Michigan and Hawaii winning top honors, according to U.S. Census Bureau. That means there are plenty of water areas to enjoy, and America doesn’t disappoint with its array of beautiful oceans, lakes, rivers, streams, wetlands, and waterfalls. The diversity of climate and terrain further adds to the appeal and provides a delightful assortment of glorious water views like none other. Here are 19 spectacular views you can only find here:
Desolation Canyon is a remote canyon on the Green River in the eastern part of Utah. It is said to be one of the most remote areas in the continental U.S.
Clouds over the Altamaha River provide a surreal landscape. This major river flows generally eastward before it emptying into the Atlantic Ocean near Brunswick, Georgia.
Berry Meadow in the Pioneer Mountains is part of the expansive Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. The forest covers 3.36 million acres and is broken into nine sections.
Gale force winds churn up Lake Michigan and created high waves along the South Haven shore.
The lighthouse tower is 35-feet-tall and the splash captured here was around 50 feet in height.
The 6-acre Capitol Reflecting Pool is located at the eastern end of the National Mall in D.C. It occupies over half of the area known as Union Square, and was completed in 1971.
The California Coastal National Monument is located along the entire coastline of California. This monument ensures the protection of all islets, reefs, and rock outcroppings along the coast of California within 12 nautical miles of shore.
Undoubtedly, these photos don’t even begin to cover the incredible waterscapes found across the U.S. Have you visited any of these areas, and do you think they are worthy of being part of the “best of” list? What other water views do you think should be added? We’d love to hear your thoughts and especially your photos!
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