If you want to see volcanoes, glaciers, and rain forests all in one place, just add Lake Clark to your travel list. You're almost guaranteed to spot some foraging brown bears along the shore. Mehr erfahren.
The surrounding glaciers grind rocks into a powder that infiltrates the water, giving it that otherworldly color. The reservoir is a popular kayaking and hiking location. Mehr erfahren.
Lake McDonald is one of the glimmering crown jewels of Montana's Glacier National Park. It's relatively small, but it more than compensates with its pebble beaches and glacial reflections. Mehr erfahren.
Lake Powell is an impressive man-made reservoir that attracts millions of tourists every year, thanks in large part to its convenient proximity to natural bridges, dams, and Grand-ish canyons. Mehr erfahren.
Surrounded by mountains and dense forests, Avalanche Lake could pass as cozy...almost. Let us not forget the glacial water, frozen winters, and relatively common avalanches (hence the name). Mehr erfahren.
The Lake is Great due to its diverse and lovely geology, from islands with mini-lakes with mini-islands to waterfalls to impressive rock formations. Mehr erfahren.
Redfish Lake got its name from the massive amounts of sockeye salmon that migrated 900 miles there from the Pacific Ocean. The once bustling lake perfectly reflects the surrounding Sawtooth Mountains. Mehr erfahren.
Bear Lake in the Kenai Fjords National Park manages to stand out, thanks to its massive glaciers, year-round water sports (kayaking, dog mushing), and occasional viewings of the Northern Lights. Mehr erfahren.
Crystal clear water with geysers and —Yellowstone Lake is definitely a beauty to behold. It's proximity to colorful hot springs make it a popular spot for both kayakers and leisurely walkers. Mehr erfahren.
Mono is renowned for its abnormally high amount of salt—about twice as much as the ocean—and creepy/cool tufa formations (built-up limestone formed by carbonate minerals in water). Mehr erfahren.
The “lab” serves about a dozen chocolate- and vanilla-based shakes, plus a handful of eccentric, boozy ones like the Cinnamon Toast Crunk spiked with Fireball Cinnamon Whisky. Mehr erfahren.
This homey diner is a necessary pit stop when driving through Red Rock country. A thick and creamy chocolate shake should hold you over until you arrive at Arches National Park. Mehr erfahren.
The menu at this Nashville joint is broken up into three sections: Burgers, beer and shakes. With about two dozen shakes (both spiked and original), there’s something for everyone. Mehr erfahren.
This cozy diner has shakes to satisfy traditionalists and more adventurous milkshake seekers (read: bourbon salted caramel and maple bacon). Mehr erfahren.
Brave the hour-and-a-half wait just to Instagram your $15 cotton-candy milkshake. Everyone’s doing it. Mehr erfahren.
Stop by this glitzy restaurant in the Cosmopolitan for a serious burger and a Drunken Monkey--a lethal concoction of Reese’s, banana, malt and hazelnut liqueur. Mehr erfahren.