Oxbows and Reservoirs and Ponds, Oh My.
The lake is considered a watershed, so there are no swimming or motorized watercrafts allowed.
Instead, kayaks, paddleboards, and sailboats take to the clean waters for a spectacular time.

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Its now the states largest natural lake and the largest oxbow lake in the country.
The lake is known for its big fish and holds the record for the states largest catfish.
Scuba divers raveabout the clear waters, which stretch for more than 1,680 acres.

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Fishing, boating, and scuba diving are all fair game on this 22,000-acre lake.

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