Some are nestled in mountains and surrounded by wooded forest, while others are found not far from city centers, but all of Virginia's lakes provide scenic spots for rest and reflection.

Located on the border between North Carolina and Virginia is Kerr Lake, a beautiful man-made reservoir and the the largest lake in Virginia. It measures 850 miles in circumference and is ...

This reservoir is Virginia’s largest lake and a huge draw for visitors to Occoneechee State Park. It’s open to boating, skiing, fishing and swimming, according to the Virginia Tourism Corporation.