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FISHING IN LOUDOUN COUNTY? FRANKLIN PARK IN PURCELLVILLE, LOUDOUN COUNTY, VIRGINIA - A WONDERFUL FISHING LAKE FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES.

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Real Estate Agent with Lenn Harley, Homefinders.com, MD & VA Homes and Real Estate 303829;0225082372

FRANKLIN PARK IN PURCELLVILLE, VIRGINIA - FISHING, SWIMMING, TENNIS and MUCH MORE.Lenn

NEVER BEEN FISHING??  GOODNESS, LET'S GO.

A wonderful fishing lake is right here in Purcellville in Loudoun County, Virginia.  It's right in FRANKLIN PARK just west of downtown Purcellville.  If you don't have a license, you can get one online.  Of course, if you need fishing gear and want to save some cash, visit Dicks Sporting Goods at Dulles Town Center Shopping. 

There are fish in Franklin Park Lake.  I've caught them.  I took a family with me one summer afternoon and Jack (2 years old) and Hanna (11 years old) caught lots of Bluegill.  You can fish from the banks or from the fishing piers on both sides of the lake.  The lake is stocked with Largemouth Bass and Bluegill, perfect fish for an afternoon of adventure for the youngsters. 

 

Franklin Park  Fishing in Franklin Park

Careful Jack.  That hook is sharp.                                           Hanna can cast almost like a pro.

Fishing Piers at Franklin Park

Catching fish at the lake in Franklin Park is easy from the fishing piers.  Dad enjoyed it too.

I use my trusty bamboo fly rod and even a little Bluegill is fun to catch. 

Lenn at Franklin Park

                           Purcellville Virginia

Franklin Park - offering 203 acres of rolling hills with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains since opening on July 4, 1998 with outdoor activities for individuals and groups and teams.


Welcome to a place for play and pleasure.   

Loudoun County-Operated Parks
Franklin Park

17501 Franklin Park Drive 
Purcellville, VA 20132 
Phone: 540-338-7603 
Hours: Dawn to dusk, seven days a week

IMAGINE A PARK WHERE THE FACILITIES INCLUDE:

Aquatics - Swimming, Fishing, Hiking, Walking, Running Trails, Equestrian Facilities, Ball Fields, Tennis, all on ground with a view of the Blue Ridge Mountain Range. 

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Courtesy, Lenn Harley, Broker, Homefinders.com, 800-711-7988.  Lenn Harley

Courtesy, Lenn Harley, Broker, Homefinders.com, 800-711-7988.  Serving home buyers in Loudoun County Virginia in the towns of South Riding, Aldie, Middleburg, Sterling, Ashburn, Leesburg, Bluemont, Round Hill, Hamilton, Purcellville, Paeonian Springs, Waterford, Hillsboro, Lucketts, Lovettsville. 

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Comments(27)

Jim Crawford
Long & Foster - Fredericksburg, VA
Jim Crawford Broker Associate Fredericksburg VA

Looks like a lot of fun Lenn!  It is almost 50 years since I went fishing last...I need to re-think my priorities.

Aug 16, 2010 01:13 AM
Michelle Francis
Tim Francis Realty LLC - Atlanta, GA
Realtor, Buckhead Atlanta Homes for Sale & Lease

Lenn, 

That brings back fond memories.  The kids love catching fish.  We used to vacation in a small town in Pennsylvania with the cousins who had a small lake where the fish would bite quickly.  Ideal for 3-6 year olds.  

Great area shout-out!

All the best, Michelle

Aug 16, 2010 01:34 AM
Dick and Dixie Sells
Sells Real Estate, LLC - Trinity, FL
Realtors, Tampa Bay Florida Homes For Sale

Looks like you all had alot of fun and made some wonderful memories for the kids! We love to take the little ones fishing too.

Aug 16, 2010 01:46 AM
Jeanean Gendron
The Address Realty - Redding, CA
Specializing in Selling Unique Properties

Lenn, looks like a wonderful day of fishing and enjoying the weather. It's been 5 years since David and I have fly fished. We are living in some beautiful country for it and we came from beautiful country where we fly fished most every weekend in the high country of Yosemite National Park. Those were the best days of our lives. Keep fishing, Lynn! It's good for the soul! We need to do same!

Aug 16, 2010 02:06 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

I love to fish Lenn! And it looks like your day was perfect for casting and catching! We usually fish at least once a week during the summer months, if the weather permits.

Aug 16, 2010 02:33 AM
Craig Alexander
Coldwell Banker Premier - Front Royal, VA
Associate Broker in Virginia

Thanks for this post Lenn.  I have a pond in my yard stocked with fish...haven't been fishing it though.  You've inspired me to get the pole out. 

Aug 16, 2010 02:54 AM
Lenn Harley
Lenn Harley, Homefinders.com, MD & VA Homes and Real Estate - Leesburg, VA
Real Estate Broker - Virginia & Maryland

Jim H.  No.  Patrick Henry was born in Hanover VA just north of Richmond about 100 miles from here.

Amy.  Thanks.  I like that one too.

Jackie.  Indeed.  It was a nice relaxing Saturday afternoon.

Steve.  I love the out of doors.  Been fishing and shooting all my life.

Jim.  Good grief.

Michelle.  That is a perfect description of the lake at Franklin Park.

Dick and Dixie.  Me too, if it's a small lake full of small fish.

Jeanean.  You're in trout country.  That is great fly fishing although I love to fish for Largemouth Bass with streamers and poppers too.

Wanda.  Sounds like your priorities are in order.

Craig.  What??  You have a pond????  What?? 

Aug 16, 2010 03:10 AM
June Tassillo
Owner/Broker RE/MAX Elite Realty - Franklin, NC
Let me help you with the next phase of your life!

Lenn ~ Looks like the whole family had fun/quality time well spent without the cost. 

What a awesome photo of you on the lake and your silhouette in the water.

Aug 16, 2010 03:12 AM
Lenn Harley
Lenn Harley, Homefinders.com, MD & VA Homes and Real Estate - Leesburg, VA
Real Estate Broker - Virginia & Maryland

June.  Thanks.  Fishing is a great outdoor activity for everyone.

Aug 16, 2010 03:18 AM
Mary Ann Daniell Realtor
Coldwell Banker United, Realtors - Subsidiary of NRT LLC - Killeen, TX
Delivering Successful Results Since 1999

We used to stock our pond (in Texas it's called a tank) every year with catfish and bass..but haven't done it in several years.   I think it's time to call them up and get on the list for next spring!  

Aug 16, 2010 04:07 AM
Teri Eckholm
Boardman Realty - White Bear Lake, MN
REALTOR Serving Mpls/St Paul North & East Metro

Lenn--Looks like you all had a great time...you live in a beautiful area! Loved the photos! :)

Aug 16, 2010 04:14 AM
Lenn Harley
Lenn Harley, Homefinders.com, MD & VA Homes and Real Estate - Leesburg, VA
Real Estate Broker - Virginia & Maryland

Mary Ann.  There you go.  Now, if I was in the neighborhood. . . . .

Teri.  Indeed.  An afternoon on a lake or pond is always fun.

Aug 16, 2010 06:45 AM
Sheldon Neal
Bergen County, NJ - RE/MAX Real Estate Limited - Maywood, NJ
That British Agent Bergen County NJ

Adventurous, but relaxing day I should imagine ! Nice recap Lenn :o)

Aug 16, 2010 09:27 AM
Lenn Harley
Lenn Harley, Homefinders.com, MD & VA Homes and Real Estate - Leesburg, VA
Real Estate Broker - Virginia & Maryland

Sheldon.  THE PHONE ISN'T RINGING!!

Aug 16, 2010 09:57 AM
William Johnson
Retired - La Jolla, CA
Retired

Hi Lenn, I certainly enjoyed the photos , especially of you with the bamboo rod. You are quite the sportswomen among your many other talents.

Aug 16, 2010 10:30 AM
Lenn Harley
Lenn Harley, Homefinders.com, MD & VA Homes and Real Estate - Leesburg, VA
Real Estate Broker - Virginia & Maryland

William.  I love the out of doors and I'm a sports junkie but prefer to participate, not just watch.

Aug 16, 2010 10:50 AM
Bob Stewart
ActiveRain - Seattle, WA
ActiveRain Ambassador

Lenn,

What a great example of a hyper local post! I think I'm going to retire for the day and go find a nearby lake :-)

Aug 17, 2010 09:48 AM
Lenn Harley
Lenn Harley, Homefinders.com, MD & VA Homes and Real Estate - Leesburg, VA
Real Estate Broker - Virginia & Maryland

Bob.  Thanks.  As soon as it cools off a bit more, I plan to do some serious fishing.  Right now, after the heat we've had, the Largemouth Bass are DEEP and have a very slow mogabilism.  Soon.  Soon.

Aug 17, 2010 10:29 AM
Andi Grant
310-508-4354 | FirstTimeHomeBuyerRealEstate.com - Los Angeles, CA
Helping 1st time buyers and home sellers in LA!

Lenn, your family fishing photos are great and its a wonderful blog!  I also love your personality graphics, hand on hips in rebuke, flowers when complimenting and now your fishing one.

The last time I went fishing was when I was in jr. high with a great uncle, my brother and sister.  I caught 8 catfish and my brother, who I was competing against, only came up with 2 or 3.  Not sure if there were limits back then.  It sure was a great 52 mile ride home for Andi, not so much for my brother. :)

Aug 18, 2010 12:57 PM
Lenn Harley
Lenn Harley, Homefinders.com, MD & VA Homes and Real Estate - Leesburg, VA
Real Estate Broker - Virginia & Maryland

Andi.  I doubt that there was a limit on Catfish.  It's great fun and a wonderful way to enjoy local amenities.

Aug 18, 2010 10:12 PM