Lake Ridge Virginia Map

About Lake Ridge, Virginia

Lake Ridge is a locality in Prince William County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of 46,049. The population density is 1906.1 people per km². Lake Ridge is located at 38.6879°N, 77.2978°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 22192.

Lake Ridge unfurls across a landscape of gentle slopes and verdant woodlands, its character shaped by the broad, sweeping curves of the Occoquan Reservoir. It lies 3.3 miles north-west of Woodbridge, VA (from Woodbridge, VA: bearing 308°T), and is situated 3.6 miles north-north-east of Dale City. Here, the air often carries the faint, clean scent of pine and damp earth, a subtle perfume that clings to the afternoons, especially after a summer shower. The terrain, a pleasing undulation of hills, offers glimpses of water through the trees, a constant, shimmering presence that defines the horizon and lends a certain serenity to the everyday. Sunlight, diffused by the thick canopy of deciduous trees in summer and the starker branches in winter, paints shifting patterns on the winding roads and well-kept lawns. The history of Lake Ridge is deeply intertwined with the development of Northern Virginia, a story of suburban growth that blossomed in the latter half of the 20th century, drawing families seeking proximity to Washington D.C. while embracing a more tranquil existence. Its economy, once perhaps reliant on agriculture and the nearby industries of the Potomac, now centers on commerce and services, catering to its substantial resident population. The reservoir itself, a vital source of water and a hub for recreational pursuits, is a defining feature, offering opportunities for boating and fishing that punctuate the local leisure. Lake Ridge, in its embrace of this natural amenity, fosters a lifestyle where the rhythms of nature and suburban convenience find a unique and harmonious balance.

About This Lake Ridge Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lake Ridge, Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.687894, -77.297762. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lake Ridge and Prince William County.

Detailed location data for Lake Ridge includes the ZIP code (22192), telephone area code (703, 571), county seat of Prince William County (Manassas), and school district assignment (Prince William County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lake Ridge is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.