When most people hear the phrase “cleanest and clearest water” they immediately think about the tropics—see-through light blue water, shimmering under the sun. While Georgia might not have too many tropical spots to visit, that doesn’t mean that they still don’t have pockets of nature that are clean and clear. Take Lake Sinclair in Georgia, for instance. Lake Sinclair is one of the cleanest lakes in the entire state, which means the eating restrictions on fish caught out of the lake? There are none. Take a look…
Lake Sinclair in Georgia remains much of a hidden gem for people looking for a little outdoor lakeside excursion.
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But this 15,000+ acre lake just outside of Milledgeville is known for having some of the cleanest, if not THE cleanest water around.
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This man-man lake was created back when Georgia power decided to dam the Oconee River.
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While you won’t find this lake to be like other big lakes in Georgia brimming with restaurants and hotels, you can enjoy a bit of the quieter side of life here.
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First and foremost, the fishing here is fantastic—in fact, the lake is known for having some pretty popular fishing tournaments throughout the year.
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The water is so clean, so clear, there aren’t any eating restrictions regarding the fish you catch.
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Spend the weekend camping along the shoreline, being right out in nature, falling asleep to the sounds of frogs chirping and lightning bugs lighting the sky.
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While it might not resemble a traditional tropical paradise, Lake Sinclair can easily become your go-to summer vacation spot where anything is possible.
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Have you ever visited Lake Sinclair in Georgia before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or if you’re looking for more information about this lake, check out the website.
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Address: Lake Sinclair, Georgia, USA
