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Big Bear Lake

The Sparkliest Lakes in America? California Shines in New National Study

Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay

Big Bear, Tahoe, and Clear Lake rank among the sunniest lake getaways in the country — but there’s more to lake sparkle than just sunlight.By Charlie Pankey, Senior Writer – Sierra Rec Magazine If you’ve ever stood on the shore of Lake Tahoe and watched the sunlight dance across the water like a million tiny … Read more

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