The Top 5 Lakes around Princeton
Looking to visit the best lakes around Princeton? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Princeton’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 2, 2025
A great area to ride a bike or walk just outside Mckinney, well used by locals. Good view of the lake.
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Lavon Lake, a 21,400-acre freshwater reservoir with a maximum depth of 38 feet. Created by the Lavon Dam between 1948 and 1953 to prevent seasonal flooding in Collin County, it …
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Lavon Lake, a 21,400-acre freshwater reservoir with a maximum depth of 38 feet. Created by the Lavon Dam between 1948 and 1953 to prevent seasonal flooding in Collin County, it …
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This trail runs for miles along the shore of Lavon Lake and is overseen by the Trinity Trail Preservation Association. This is a multi-use trail so you're likely to come …
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Lavon Lake was created in order to control flooding in Collin County. These days it's known as an excellent fishing destination. You'll also find a number of parks, campgrounds, boat launches, and RV resorts dotted around its shores.
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