Observed arrival · 2026-10-28

Lakeglance checks lake levels and wind before you launch

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A searchable guide to water levels and wind conditions for 2,915 U.S. lakes and reservoirs, with activity-specific go-or-no-go guidance.

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For: Boaters, paddlers, sailors, and anglers
Worth noticing: The homepage distinguishes 773 live level gauges from 1,853 satellite levels and uses NWS wind forecasts.

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The directory can be browsed by region and state, or narrowed by lake name and filters including reservoirs, natural lakes, Great Lakes, live levels, and size. Popular entries show acreage alongside available readings and weekly movement. The homepage reports separate totals for live gauges and satellite levels, while naming NWS as the wind-forecast source.

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