Homes at Arcturus are located right on the Potomac River in Northern Virginia. The fish in the Potomac include large-mouth bass, catfish, carp, bluegill, and pickerel just to name a few. Many of the homes here include piers and docks. This area offers grand views of the nearby water. Most of the homes here were built in the 1950's and 1960's.
Fishing the Potomac River near Little Hunting Creek
Through the years on my many strolls through Old Town, I have passed by the Old Dominion Boat Club. As a member of the of the Mount Vernon Yacht Club I knew of the 133 year old club and the longstanding pride this organisation holds. Founded in 1880 the Old Dominion Boat Club is the oldest boating club in Virginia. While originally created as a social club with a focus on a sports and physical fitness, the club is prides itself on the charity events and scholarships it provides to Alexandria high school students.
Knowing a location change is in the works for the ODBC, my husband and I stopped in to enjoy a light dinner and take in the panoramic views of the Potomac River.
Foxy likes fishing!
I love living near the Potomac River in the Northern VA Area. There are lots of ways to enjoy the water here and I've experienced most all of them. This is one of the reasons I love Belle View, Bucknell, New Alexandria, Old Town, Belle Haven and many other communities here that have easy access to the River. From Waynewood to Stratford on the Potomac there are quaint neighborhoods with great homes.
Near Woodrow Wilson Bridge at Belle Haven Marina
Paddlewheeling the Potomac near Old Town Alexandria VA
The Occoqan Regional Park is located in Lorton, Virginia, in Fairfax County, right across from the Town of Occoquan. It's located on the Occoquan River. It opened in 2008 making it 1 of 29 parks in the Northern Virginia Regional Parks Authority. It has around 400 acres of recreational space. There are many different things to do there such as, hit the batting cage, have a picnic, get a snack at the snack bar in the marina, play your favorite sport on one of their athletic fields, etc. They also have a boat ramp and boat storage. Their hiking trail is 1.1 miles round trip and forms a loop. The trail is well maintained. Most say that the blue trail is a great running trail and is very well marked. Dogs are of course welcome in the park. Historic black kilns from the early 1900's can be found on the property, reminding us of the women suffragists who demonstrated in front of the White House and were then imprisoned on the prison farm where these are found.
If you're shopping for a home you might be surprised to learn just how affordable and pleasant some homes in Occoquan and near the park might be.
Lake Ridge Park features a golf course, mini golf course and a marina to the public including arts and crafts, nature, science and scout programs for everyone. Other activities offered at Lake Ridge Park are fishing, boating and hiking while picnics can be held in rented tents and picnic tables.
Boating is launched into the Occoquan Reservoir where fishing is permitted at the deepest end. Boats and canoes can be rented at Lake Ridge Park with bait being sold on site.
Golfing is enjoyed at the 9 hole course and miniature course with membership and training offered.
Lake Ridge Park
12350 Cotton Mill Drive,
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Locust Shade Park is located at 4701 Locust Shade Drive in Triangle VA 22172 of Prince William County known for its facilities offering an array of recreational activities in its 400 acres of land.
Locust Shade Park has its own marina where boating and fishing is offered on an 8 acre lake.
Locust Shade Park Facilities:
Batting Cages
6 Tennis Courts
500 Seat Amphitheatre
3 Playgrounds
Horseshoe Pits
Fitness Trails
Nature Trails
Volleyball Court
8 Picnic Pavilions
Picnic Areas
Mini Golf Course
Driving Range
Snack Shops
Tournament Golf Course
Volleyball Court
Programs, festivals and events are also held at Locust Shade Park.
Rowing the boat at Fountainhead
Fountainhead Regional Park is a part of the Northern Virginia Regional Parks system offering a wide range of activities:
Boat Ramp
Fees vary accordingly from the shore, from the ramp and for 55 years of age and above. A maximum 10 horsepower gasoline engine restriction is enforced on the Occoquan Reservoir.
Boat Rentals
Rentals are available for 3person Jon Boat, 4person Jon Boat, Canoe or Kayak
Equestrian Trails
Equestrian Trails are maintained by the Clifton Horse Society. An Equestrian Trail Map and guide will be provided.
Hiking Trailson the lake
Trails offered: An 8 mile Mountain Bike Trail, White Trail which is a 2 mile Pedestrian Trail and the Trailhead for the 17.5 mile Bull Run Occoquan Trail
Miniature Golf
Fun and relaxing before or after fishing / boating experience. This 18-hole miniature golf is only $2.00 for unlimited play. Open daily in summer and in weekends in spring and fall.
Mountain Biking
For those wanting to try the 8.0 mile full circuit.Shelter Rental
A rental picnic shelter is offered for families, friends and coworkers who wish to go on a picnic at Fountainhead. Tables and Grills are already included but alcoholic beverages are not permitted. Open for rent at 3 options of: 9 AM to 3 PM, 3:30 PM to Sunset or All Day Long.
Foxy had a good time at FountainheadSnack Bar
A snack Bar is located in Marina Building at its observation deck providing a breath taking view of the Occoquan Reservoir while feasting on a variety of sandwiches, snacks and beverages.
Tackle Shop
Bait, lures to angling licenses are available at the tackle shop on the observation deck. Rest Rooms are also provided here.
Expert Fountainhead guides offer ecological tours and fun paddling adventures for participants’ ages 12 years and above.
Bass Tournament is also offered for angling largemouth bas
s, catfish, crappie, perch and bluegill.
Fountainhead Regional Park Schedule is as follows:
March 1 - March 19
Open for Private Boat Launch Only
March 20 - March 31
Open weekends for rentals - 8 hours per day
April 1 - October 31
Open daily
November 1 - November 14
Open weekends for rentals - 8 hours per day
November 15 - November 30
Open for Private Boat Launch Only
For more information contact:
Fountainhead Regional Park
703-250-9124
10875 Hampton Road, Fairfax Station
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