Dive into Clarity: 9 Stunning Crystal-Clear Lakes in the USA

12th April, 2024 CHIRANJIT MITRA CHIRANJIT MITRA

1: Crater Lake, Oregon

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2: Lake Tahoe, California/Nevada

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3: Torch Lake, Michigan

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4: Flathead Lake, Montana

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5: Jenny Lake, Wyoming

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6: Lake George, New York

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7: Lake Powell, Utah/Arizona

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8: Hanging Lake, Colorado

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9: Lake Chelan, Washington

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