Efforts to improve the “swimmability” of urban areas are gaining global traction, from Paris to Chicago Swimmable Cities is a global alliance of local government officials, experts and advocates ...

Spring break was once a travel ritual associated with college students, but today it’s a vacation period for many more – we’ve rounded up spots from Florida to California to suit all types of travelle ...

That’s exactly what stumbling upon Medina Beach Park feels like, except instead of finding money, you’re discovering a slice of waterfront paradise that’s been hiding in plain sight on the shores of ...

Lake Crescent near Port Angeles isn’t just another pretty body of water—it’s the kind of place that makes you question whether your eyes are working properly, because surely water can’t actually be ...

The largest freshwater lake in the world, Lake Superior was named the cleanest in the country thanks to its oxygen rich, clear water and low mineral content, according to a study ...

While the lake is a popular destination for boating, swimming and fishing, safety officials say conditions there can also lead to serious risks in open water.