10 Best Boating Spots in Virginia

Here is a list of the top 10 boating spots in Virginia based on their ratings and customer reviews

Smith Mountain Lake:

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Smith Mountain Lake is Virginia's largest freshwater lake and a popular destination for boating and fishing.

Smith mountain lake

Lake Anna:

Lake Anna is a 13,000-acre reservoir located in Louisa and Spotsylvania counties. Boaters can enjoy the lake's clear water, sandy beaches, and secluded coves.

Lake Anna

Virginia Beach:

Virginia Beach is known for its miles of sandy beaches and calm waters, making it a popular spot for boating, jet skiing, and parasailing.

Virginia beach

Chesapeake Bay:

The Chesapeake Bay is one of the largest estuaries in the world, offering boaters a wide range of experiences from calm inland waterways to open ocean sailing.

Chesapeake bay

Lake Gaston:

Lake Gaston is a 20,000-acre reservoir on the border of Virginia and North Carolina. The lake is known for its clear water and excellent fishing opportunities.

Lake Gaston

Lake Moomaw:

Lake Moomaw is a 2,530-acre lake located in the Allegheny Mountains of western Virginia. The lake's deep, clear water and mountain scenery make it a popular spot for boating and fishing.

Lake Moomaw

Lake Drummond:

Lake Drummond is a natural freshwater lake located in the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. The lake's calm waters are perfect for kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding.

Lake Drummond

Lake Anne:

Lake Anne is a small man-made lake located in the Reston community of Fairfax County. The lake is surrounded by restaurants and shops and is a popular spot for paddle boating and fishing.

Lake Anne

Lake Barcroft:

Lake Barcroft is a private lake community located in Fairfax County. The lake is popular for sailing, fishing, and swimming.

Lake Barcroft

Lake Frederick:

Lake Frederick is a 120-acre lake located in the Shenandoah Valley. The lake is known for its scenic beauty and is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and hiking.

Lake Frederick

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