With 10,000 miles of shoreline in the U.S. and Canada, the Great Lakes have more than their fair share of must-see places, from quiet shores to city walks.

Bryan Huffman, a Holland-based ophthalmologist, is making waves in West Michigan with a campaign to ensure every child in the region learns how to swim.

The United States is home to a whopping three million lakes. So chances are pretty high that you’re no more than a full tank ...