Five magnificent bodies of water, the Great Lakes make up the largest group of freshwater lakes on Earth! Nothing short of enchanting, these lakes transform during the seasons and between sunrise and sunset to create a world unlike anything we’ve ever seen. Proving the theory that we’re always happier by the water, you’ll fall in love with the Great Lakes all over again after you check out these incredible photos below.
- You’ll never forget watching the sunrise over Lake Michigan at Cave Point County Park in Wisconsin.
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- With Chicago’s skyline off in the distance, Lake Michigan steals the show with all its beauty.
Yulin Lu/Flickr
- Like entering a scene from Frozen, Lake Michigan’s winter scenery is nothing short of jaw-dropping.
olsonj/Flickr
- Captured in Wisconsin, Lake Michigan looks like paradise while the sun sets.
Elvis Kennedy/Flickr
- Even when the weather gets unpleasantly cold, Lake Michigan’s beauty never ceases to bring a smile to our face.
MA1216/Flickr
- Breathtaking views in Minnesota await you as the morning light hits Lake Superior.
Randen Pederson/Flickr
- The sunrise’s gorgeous colors reflect on Lake Superior in Wisconsin.
Michael Leland/Flickr
- Waves crash into winter’s ice on a beautiful day on Lake Superior in Minnesota.
Ryan Fonkert/Flickr
- Scenery you could look at all day long, here’s a winter sunrise over Lake Superior in Minnesota.
Ryan Fonkert/Flickr
- A warm summer morning full of beautiful views captured on Lake Superior.
Nick Olejniczak/Flickr
- A view that’s worth waking up early for, the sun rising over Lake Huron is nothing short of dreamy.
Cathy/Flickr
- One more reason to look forward to summer; Lake Huron looks stunning on a beautiful August day in Michigan.
George Thomas/Flickr
- One of the many charming lighthouses you’ll find along the Great Lakes, Round Island Lighthouse is located on Lake Huron.
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- Captured beautifully from above in Michigan, Lake Huron’s endless views never disappoint.
Charles Dawley/Flickr
- Like liquid cotton candy, Lake Erie looks unreal with the sun setting over Ohio.
Jen Goellnitz/Flickr
- Where winter meets spring, Lake Erie looks heavenly in March when all the ice begins to melt away.
LASZLO ILYES/Flickr
- Taken in New York, Lake Erie looks magical from above.
Ryan Hallock/Flickr
- Captured at Ohio’s Huntington Beach, Lake Erie transforms into another world when the sun sets.
blimoco/Flickr
- Another lighthouse of the Great Lakes, the Buffalo Main Light adds even more beauty to Lake Erie.
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- Taken at Hamlin Beach in New York, the summer sun shines down on lovely Lake Ontario.
The Explorographer™/Flickr
- One of the many reasons to love Oswego, New York, the views of Lake Ontario are surreal.
Michael Levine-Clark/Flickr
Out of all the Great Lakes, which beautiful body of water is your favorite? Be sure to share with us in the comments where you love to view these natural wonders!
Elvis Kennedy/Flickr
Yulin Lu/Flickr
olsonj/Flickr
MA1216/Flickr
Randen Pederson/Flickr
Michael Leland/Flickr
Ryan Fonkert/Flickr
Nick Olejniczak/Flickr
Cathy/Flickr
George Thomas/Flickr
Mark/Flickr
Charles Dawley/Flickr
Jen Goellnitz/Flickr
LASZLO ILYES/Flickr
Ryan Hallock/Flickr
blimoco/Flickr
phvolmer/Flickr
The Explorographer™/Flickr
Michael Levine-Clark/Flickr
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