Explore Lake Ridge, Virginia, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Lake Ridge |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Prince William County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.687894 |
| Longitude | -77.297762 |
| Population | 46,162 |
| Density | 1954.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 22192 |
| Area Code | 703, 571 |
| County Seat | Manassas |
| School District | Prince William County Public Schools |
Lake Ridge emerges from the verdant landscape of the Piedmont, defined by its intimate connection to the water that pools in the surrounding basins. It lies 3.3 miles northwest of Woodbridge, VA (from Woodbridge, VA: bearing 308°T), and is situated 3.6 miles north-northeast of Dale City. The presence of Occoquan Reservoir dictates the character of the terrain, offering a quiet expanse of water that mirrors the changing sky throughout the seasons. Dense woodlands provide a natural buffer, while the nearby Hooes Run winds through the landscape, contributing to the drainage of these clay-rich soils. On the distant horizon, the silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains offers a faint, jagged reminder of the broader regional geology. During the autumn months, the air takes on a crisp, cooling clarity that makes the transition toward winter feel deliberate and slow.
Development in Lake Ridge accelerated during the latter half of the twentieth century, shifting the character of the land from rural acreage into a residential hub for the regional workforce. Many residents participate in the modern professional corridors that define the wider economy, commuting to centers of government and technology. While the local economy is now primarily service-oriented and residential, the memory of older agricultural patterns lingers in the deep, quiet pockets of undeveloped land. The proximity to Doncaster State Forest reminds one of the timber and natural resources that once dominated the wider expanse of the Commonwealth. Life in Lake Ridge follows a measured pace, balancing the demands of modern employment with the stillness found in the surrounding natural corridors.
Cultural life in Lake Ridge reflects a blend of transient professional energy and a grounded commitment to suburban stability. Residents often look toward Sandy Run Regional Park for recreation, finding space to walk and observe the local wildlife in a setting that remains largely untouched by urban sprawl. The North Valley Trail invites those seeking a longer path through the woods, providing a quiet corridor for reflection away from the main thoroughfares. Among those who have called this region home, the actress Hilarie Burton spent part of her formative years in the vicinity, bringing a touch of broader recognition to the local narrative. Events often center on school athletics and community gatherings, reinforcing a sense of neighborly connection that persists despite the rapid growth of the surrounding landscape.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lake Ridge, Virginia. Coordinates: 38.687894, -77.297762. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
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).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |