A new study published in Geophysical Research Letters this week argues that climate change will mean more blue lakes will likely become green-brown in color. While lake color depends on things like ...

From turquoise glacial waters to bubblegum-pink salt lakes, nature paints some of the most breathtaking palettes on Earth. These vibrant lakes are shaped by minerals, microbes, seasons, and light, ...

When it comes to satellite images of our home among the Great Lakes, sometimes all we feel is awe when we look at them. But the different colors of these images tell a story, too. These days, ...

Bowman Lake in Montana's Glacier National Park offers a quieter alternative to the popular Lake McDonald, featuring vibrant rainbow-colored rocks, clear glacial waters, and surrounding snow-capped ...

Clear Lake already has a reputation as one of the clearest, most colorful mountain lakes in Oregon. In mid-fall, when maple tree leaves turn yellow and red, the lake becomes even more attractive than ...

Blue lakes run the risk of losing their color due to climate change, a new study shows. A team of researchers from across the country examined 5.14 million satellite images for 85,360 lakes and ...