Maryland's lakes and rivers are hotspots for summer fun, but they're also home to dozens of species of snakes. Here's how to stay safe when visiting them.

Montana's most beautiful waters hide a secret: they're also the state's most snake-filled. Discover which scenic spots these slithering residents prefer.

The western terrestrial garter snake is one of the many garter snakes that can be found in Montana. The snake, while slender, can grow to be nearly 3.5 feet long.

WorldAtlas has released a list of the most snake infested lakes in Louisiana. Find out which lakes have the highest numbers of snakes.

In Louisiana lakes, the most common non-venomous snakes that are found include the banded water snake, the diamond back water snake and the common garter snake.

WorldAtlas has released a list of the most snake infested lakes in Louisiana. Find out which lakes have the highest numbers of snakes.