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Clear Lake
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Clear Lake is located in Cerro Gordo County in northern Iowa. At 3,684 acres it is one of the largest natural lakes in the state. Clear Lake is one of thirty-four naturally occurring glacial lakes in the state of Iowa and was formed by the movement and melting of huge sheets of ice approximately 14,000 years ago. Today, the lake is home to a thriving community of nearly 8,000 residents and is a popular destination for fishing, sailing, and camping.
Local residents long ago discovered the appeal of Clear Lake, and homes have been built on the lake's shores since the late 1800s. The Des Moines Register has awarded the town of Clear Lake the title "Best Iowa Lake Town." The population of Clear Lake nearly doubles during the summer months with the influx of tourists and seasonal residents looking to enjoy the cool lake waters. The town of Clear Lake is also known for being the site of the 1959 plane crash that claimed the lives of rock-and-roll greats Buddy Holly, Richie Valens, and J.P ... (read more about Clear Lake, Iowa)
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