Lewis Lake is the third largest lake in Yellowstone National Park and offers plenty of beautiful scenery and wildlife. The lake travels along sandy shores and heavily forested areas offering views of the Red Mountains and peaks of nearby Grand Teton range. Paddlers may also see steam rising from hot springs at the outlet of the Lewis River channel where paddling is not allowed. The winds can pick up in the afternoon so avoid lake crossings during these times and stay closer to the shoreline to avoid unsafe water conditions.