The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Occoquan Reservoir
Prince William County, Virginia · 2,100 acres (3.3 sq mi)
Windy Friday (16 mph N).
About Occoquan Reservoir
In Prince William County, Virginia, Occoquan Reservoir covers 2,100 acres; it is a reservoir. It was made by Occoquan Dam on the Occoquan River. Occoquan Reservoir supplies drinking water to Northern Virginia and lies on the Fairfax-Prince William county line.
From end to end it runs about 6.4 miles with roughly 25 miles of shoreline. At about 120 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. Lake Ridge is right by the lake. Dale City, the nearest city, is about 4 miles southeast.
- Size
- 2,100 acres (3.3 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 25 miles
- End to end
- About 6.4 miles
- Elevation
- About 120 ft
- Type
- Reservoir
- Dam
- Occoquan Dam, Occoquan River
- County
- Prince William County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 8 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 13 mph
Sunday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 6 mph
- 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 8 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish in Occoquan Reservoir
Anglers come to Occoquan Reservoir for largemouth bass, bluegill and sunfish, crappie, catfish, northern pike and yellow perch.
- Largemouth bass
- Bluegill and sunfish
- Crappie
- Catfish
- Northern pike
- Yellow perch
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
5 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
No clear view of the ice yet
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:49 am · sunset 4:57 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Occoquan Reservoir
- Lake Ridgeon the shore
- Occoquanabout 1.2 mi east
- Buckhallabout 2 mi west
- Laurel Hillabout 2.6 mi east
- Dale Citynearest city, about 4 mi southeast
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Questions about Occoquan Reservoir
What fish are in Occoquan Reservoir?
Occoquan Reservoir holds largemouth bass, bluegill and sunfish, crappie, catfish, northern pike and yellow perch. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Occoquan Reservoir?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Occoquan Reservoir?
2,100 acres, with about 25 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Occoquan Reservoir?
Lake Ridge is on the shore; Occoquan is about 1.2 miles east.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Occoquan Reservoir?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
Occoquan Reservoir on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
