Quaker Lake

Hampshire County, West Virginia

Located near the West Virginia-Virginia border is Quaker Lake. It is in Augusta, West Virginia, not far from Winchester, Virginia.

This lake is 79 miles away from Dulles International Airport and only 23 miles away from Winchester Medical Center.

Residents can shop at Apple Blossom Mall or Winchester Commons or grab a bite to eat at Water Street Kitchen.

Life on Quaker Lake

There is lots of fun to be had on the water at Quaker Lake!

Homes around the water have docks or shores to make traveling by boat, kayak, or canoe a breeze. For a relaxing summer day, take in the beautiful sights with a picnic by the water.

Visit the nearby Burgundy Center for Wildlife Studies for classes on wildlife and plants, as well as nature hikes and bird watching spots.

Fish common to this region are largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, blue catfish, white crappie, and trout.

Two-hour drive to D.C.

A two-hour drive will take you to the nation's capital, Washington, D.C., which is full of exciting history and attractions.

Start your tour with the well-known Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. This prestigious museum holds the world's most extensive collection of natural history specimens and artifacts, including the remains of dinosaurs.

Next, check out the National Gallery of Art. This sprawling, two-building complex houses the nation’s treasure-trove of art, spanning all major periods and many famous paintings.

Most notably, be sure to tour the U.S. Capitol building, a must-see! The Capitol is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. Today, it stands not only as a monument to its builders but to the American people and their government.

Premier Lake Living

Those looking for a laid-back lake lifestyle with the convenience of the nation's capital will love to call Quaker Lake home.