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Summer Fun in Prince William County, VA: Lake Ridge Marina in Woodbridge

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Real Estate Agent with Long and Foster Real Estate VA License # 0225089470

Looking for something fun to do in Prince William County, VA this summer?  Why not start with Lake Ridge Marina in Woodbridge, VA.

My husband and I enjoyed a sunny afternoon on the water in a pedal boat at Lake Ridge Marina this past weekend.  For the charge of less than $9/hour, we were able to rent our pedal boat and cruise under our own power.  And in high eighty degree temperatures, with humidity on the high side, an hour was plenty of time to take in the sights.   Row boats, canoes and light weight motors to attach to the row boats, are also available for rent.

One of the sights we pursued from one side of the inlet to the other was a lovely Blue Heron.   Wanted a better in flight shot, but despite the many opportunities, the shot in this post was the best of the bunch.

If you would like an escort during your Lake Ridge boating trip, take some bread crumbs for the numerous geese.  We had the pleasure of being accompanied by only one goose during our outing.

As part of the larger park, there is also a nine hole golf course and picnic facilities before you reach the marina.

The Lake Ridge Marina in Woodbridge is easily accessed by taking the Prince William County Parkway to Old Bridge Road.  Take a left on Smoketown Road and a left on Griffith Avenue (which will becomeCotton Mill Road.) Follow it to the end of the road and you'll be in the parking lot for the marina.  

Remember to pack your sunscreen and perhaps a water bottle.  It is very sunny and warm when you are sitting on the water.

Comments(27)

Margaret Woda
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. - Crofton, MD
Maryland Real Estate & Military Relocation

Chris-Ann - What fun!  Who wouldn't want to take advantage of a beautiful facility like this?  I'm afraid we have to "fix" somewhere other than Crofton, unless you count admiring the ponds on the golf course or at Swann Park.  LOL. 

Jun 15, 2010 12:32 AM
Claudette Millette
The Buyers' Counsel - Ashland, MA
Buyer, Broker - Metrowest Mass

Chris Ann:

This post is lovely, lovely, lovely...  What beautiful photos and a great description of Lake Ridge Marina.  I want to go there this weekend as I am sure many of your readers will want to do after reading this.

 

Jun 15, 2010 12:42 AM
Jackie Connelly-Fornuff
Douglas Elliman Real Estate in Babylon NY - Babylon, NY
"Moving at The Speed of YOU!"

Hi Chris Ann, I love pedal boats! Beautiful photos and an awesome localism post! I Suggested :)

Jun 15, 2010 01:04 AM
Elizabeth Weintraub Sacramento Broker
Elizabeth Anne Weintraub, Broker - Sacramento, CA
Put 40 years of experience to work for you

What fun, Chris Ann. Does your husband ever complain about the number of photos you take when you're out together, knowing that you're going to post them in your blog? My husband used to but now he says, "Hey, why not take a picture of that for your blog!" He's become very supportive of my blogging.

BTW, I love the photo of the blue heron. I've not yet captured a photo of that bird yet. They are so huge and weird looking.

Jun 15, 2010 03:17 AM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

Karen Anne:  Getting in and out of boat in general is weird.  Canoes would be particularly troublesome.

Cindy:  Agreed.  And the staff was very friendly and helpful.

Margaret:  Had a friend that decided to take a swim in a golf course pond.  She was blonde before she went in.   Had green hair after.

Jun 15, 2010 09:05 AM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

Claudette:  Come on down.  Let's pack some sandwiches and drinks and pedal ourselves silly.

Jackie:  Thanks!  You are too kind.

Elizabeth:  James doesn't complain.  He's very much like your husband in that respect.  He suggests taking the camera wherever we go somewhere like this.  My success with blogging has won him over.

Jun 15, 2010 09:16 AM
Tamara Inzunza
Realty One Group Capital - Alexandria, VA
Close-In Alexandria and Arlington Living

Love it, love it, love it!  One of my favorite places to hang out with the family!

Jun 15, 2010 12:25 PM
Jackie Connelly-Fornuff
Douglas Elliman Real Estate in Babylon NY - Babylon, NY
"Moving at The Speed of YOU!"

You deserve it Chris Ann! This is an excellent Localism post :)

Jun 15, 2010 12:31 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

What a fun place Chris - you make me want to go play right now!  Great hyper local post!

Jun 15, 2010 12:41 PM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

Tamara: It's a great place to take the family.

Jackie:  You have such power.  :)

Anna:  Thanks.  I'm liking this hyper local stuff.  New reasons to get out and have fun.

 

Jun 15, 2010 01:09 PM
Richard Weisser
Richard Weisser Realty - Newnan, GA
Richard Weisser Retired Real Estate Professional

Chris Ann...

Wow, you have become very adept with your camera! These are excellent shots and definitely make me want to visit Lake Ridge Marina!

Jun 15, 2010 01:57 PM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

Richard:  That's quite a compliment coming from you.  Thank you!  I enjoy photography much more than I ever thought I would.

Jun 15, 2010 02:53 PM
Russell Lewis
Realty Austin, Austin Texas Real Estate - Austin, TX
Broker,CLHMS,GRI

Chris Ann excellent hyper local post  (with GREAT pictures) highlighting this Marina and the lake. I always enjoy when my fave bloggers make the front page!

Jun 15, 2010 03:58 PM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

Russell:  I'm happy to be on that list of favorite bloggers.

Jun 15, 2010 04:00 PM
Chris Olsen
Olsen Ziegler Realty - Cleveland, OH
Broker Owner Cleveland Ohio Real Estate

Hi Chris Ann -- I used to go boating down there, the Occoquan and Lake Anna (water skiing) when I lived in NoVa in the 80s.  Fond memories!

Jun 15, 2010 04:52 PM
Markita Woods NMLS#196099
Fairway Independent Mortgage Inc. - Woodbridge, VA
Queen of Mortgages - FHA, VA, Conventional, USDA

I enjoy visiting the park a few times a week during lunch! Nice hidden place to relax and rejuvinate, great post

Jun 15, 2010 05:15 PM
Julie Tobin Frank
Long & Foster - Gainesville, VA

Thanks for info on Lake Ridge Marina. Although I've know about it, I've never stopped by.  I think I will have to put it on my list of places to visit.  Also, those are great pictures as well!

Jun 16, 2010 01:22 AM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

Chris:  I would love to try water skiing one day.  Have never been.

Markita:  I may have to come down and join you one of these days.

Jun 16, 2010 02:28 AM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

Julie:  If you take the kids and Jim on Father's Day, you get a discount.  Just read about it in the Bull Run Observer.  Looks like it's only off the canoe rentals though.

Jun 16, 2010 05:33 AM
Barbara-Jo Roberts Berberi, MA, PSA, TRC - Greater Clearwater Florida Residential Real Estate Professional
Charles Rutenberg Realty - Clearwater, FL
Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Clearwater, Safety Harbor

What wonderful summer photos - and I know you don't have to worry about gators being in that water!

Jun 17, 2010 03:24 AM