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Lake of the Woods

Virginia

63Listings$70K-$2.2M$32.5MTotal Value
Lake of the Woods, Virginia

Lake of the Woods real estate is considered the fourth largest market for lake homes and lake lots in Virginia.

There are typically around 60 lake homes for sale on Lake of the Woods at any given time. The lake will usually have around 10 or so lake lots and land for sale.

This lake is one of Virginia's largest lakes and has a shoreline of 13 miles.

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About Lake of the Woods

Historic Sites and Washington D.C.

Lake of the Woods can be found in Locust Grove, Virginia, and around 25 miles from Fredericksburg.

The Charlottesville–Albemarle Airport is less than 65 miles away, and the Novant Health UVA Culpeper Medical Center is under 30 miles away for convenient travel and medical care.

It's just a short drive from Lake of the Woods to our nation's historical sites. Visit Washington DC for the day or spend an afternoon walking along the Civil War battlefields.

Two Lakes in One

Lake of the Woods is two human-made lakes, the Main Lake and Keaton's Lake, as well as two dams and a pond. The Main Lake covers 500 acres and Keaton's Lake, also known as the Fishing Lake, covers 35 acres.

Limitless Activities, Beautiful Scenery

Lake of the Woods was created to provide a beautiful location for all types of activities. The two lakes are the perfect setting for swimming, boating, fishing, and other water activities.

The location also boasts a USGA golf course, equestrian center, two swimming pools, tennis courts, campground, community center, and parks with ball fields.

Parades, Historical Reenactments, and Clubs

Celebrate July 4th by watching a parade in Washington D.C. or relive the Civil War by watching battle reenactments in Fredericksburg.

Lake of the Woods offers more than just holiday festivals and fireworks. There are clubs for book lovers, investors, dancing, and more; over 40 different clubs are offered.

You Can Have it All

If you are looking to get away from it all and enjoy lakefront living, then Lake of the Woods is for you. If you are also looking to be in the middle of everything, Lake of the Woods is for you.

Lake Overview

  • 13mi. of Shoreline
  • 18ft. Avg. Depth
  • 48ft. Deepest Depth
  • Dam Name
    Veterans Memorial Dam
  • Year Built
    1967
  • Managed By Lake of the Woods Association
  • Ownership
    Private
  • Acreage
    2,600
  • Water Level
    Full Pool Year Round

Information

  • Counties: Orange County
  • Fish: Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, White Crappie
  • Condos available (Yes)
  • Sailing clubs: The LOW Sailing Club
  • Interesting facts: The Lake of the Woods Association provides an impressive number of clubs and activities for members to enjoy including an equestrian center, a sailing club and many others.
  • Known for: Amenities and quiet, secluded beauty.
  • History: Lake of the Woods was developed in 1967 by Virginia Wildlife Clubs. The Lake of the Woods Association took ownership in 1972.
  • Other notes: Any bluegill or shell cracker fish caught should be caught and released.

Restrictions

-- All boats must be registered and display a current Lake of the Woods decal. Launching of guest boat without decal is not permitted. Daylight hours the speed limit is 36mph and boats must travel counter-clockwise around the lake. (See https://www.lowa.org/Amenities/Lakes-Marinas.aspx#marinas)