Where in New England

[4aprice]

I've only been up to Winni a couple times, but it always felt too busy. Like you are out on a boating super highway. I prefer a quieter and less populated lake.

I can understand this. Lakes are like ski areas in that on the weekends they can become a mess. Lots of times on the weekends here at Hopatcong we only travel from the dock to the cove (and then the bars later) because the main lake just gets too busy. Same advise as skiing try it on a weekday. I have to add that while quiet is nice at times I do enjoy a lake that has a pulse.

Alex

Lake Hopatcong, NJ

 

[puckoach]

Your form of "recreation" is the main issue with a "good" lake.

If you have a 45' butt boat, winni used to be great. However, with the 45 mph speed limit now, not so much. Too rough for a jetski, or anything less than 21' feet most of the time. Yet, the NASWA on the right day can be memorable.

Ossippe is pretty nice and varied. Rafting, big lake, bays, rivers, fishing. No drive up food thou.

So, as stated, your interests really determine if you like a particular lake.

 

[bigbog]

..........Lamphrey(they are so gross), north of Burlington it's somewhat polluted and for swimming from the shore lots of natural debris to swim thru. For boating and sailing it is pretty nice tho. The fishing was alot better before the Lamphrey showed up. They have been trying to rid the lake of these creatures for 10 years now but with little luck.

I hear ya' observer. Moosehead, when the water and forest wasn't used as much..ie "developed"..few more trash fish species, was a pristine coldwater fishery w/tons of salmon/trout....we used to walk down to inlet with buckets..that was our everything water(except maybe drinking)..but we brushed our teeth with it...swallowed now & then(I was little kid) = never a problem.
I think you can take a look at the states where the environment is a real priority and where state governments are friends with groups...Trout/Ducks Unlimited, Sierra Club...and others. Much more $$$ goes into research/reclamation..etc. Lamprey, Zebra Mussels..etc..need a concerted effort at the national level..imho.

Agree Wa-Loaf, lakes the size and water quality of Chesuncook, Chamberlain, Churchill, Eagle..etc...are nice, as are the smaller ones..many designated as ponds(by depth)..much the size and situated in lower elevations, but in same type of forest... as those in the ADKs..really fun to just spend time around, mostly for the wildlife and clear, cold water...ideal for paddling..(the 2nd addiction..8)) ..but the smaller, backcountry waters/mtns give me just as much a thrill as the larger ones these days. Western Mtn lakes and whole area is beautiful indeed....

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[Geoff]

In New England, why would you bother with lakes when you have the Atlantic Ocean right there?

 

[bigbog]

It IS a real dilemma isn't it!??? Such a great coastline.

 

[deadheadskier]

In New England, why would you bother with lakes when you have the Atlantic Ocean right there?

preference for fresh water fishing / swimming? I love the ocean, but prefer fresh water fishing on remote lakes and streams

 

[4aprice]

In New England, why would you bother with lakes when you have the Atlantic Ocean right there?

The oceans too damm cold up there (New England) and too damm crowded and tacky down here(Jersey Shore). Plus you never get glass to ski on in the ocean.

Alex

Lake Hopatcong, NJ

 

[HD333]

In New England, why would you bother with lakes when you have the Atlantic Ocean right there?

Becasue I married into a lake house..... But both the wife and I actually prefer the ocean,just hard to justify renting a place when the rent is "free"up at winni.

 

[Geoff]

The oceans too damm cold up there (New England) and too damm crowded and tacky down here(Jersey Shore). Plus you never get glass to ski on in the ocean.

Alex

Lake Hopatcong, NJ

I think you need to check your facts.

Where I am on Buzzards Bay, the summer water tempertatures are in the 70's. If there aren't any storms, it gets up into the 80's from mid-July to Labor Day.
http://www.nodc.noaa.gov/dsdt/cwtg/natl.html

There are also plenty of secluded places on salt water that get glassy calm. Many of them are only accessable at high tide but I've never had a problem towing skiers.

 

[snoseek]

I would rather swim in clean fresh water, troll for big landlocked salmon, lake/brook trout, water ski, drink, camp, on a fresh water lake. I do love the ocean also.

 

[severine]

In New England, why would you bother with lakes when you have the Atlantic Ocean right there?

Medical waste?