Philpott Lake - Henry County
Nestled among the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge, Philpott Lake is a scenic wonderland. The lake covers 3,00 acres with 100 miles of shoreland.
Visitors to the lake are always amazed at the natural beauty of the area. Most areas are under forest cover. There are numerous recreational opportunities, including: boating, swimming, picnicking, hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and wildlife observation. Black bass (largemouth and smallmouth bass) are the most popular species for anglers but the lake is also one of Virginia’s premier walleye destinations. Both of these species provide excellent fishing opportunities.
The lake has eight campgrounds, six beach areas and nine boat launches. Visitors to Phipott should begin with a trip to the Visitor Center.
The lake was built by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers between 1948 and 1951, with it opening in 1953. Philpott Lake is convenient to Greensboro, NC (60 miles), Roanoke, VA (50 miles), Winston-Salem, NC (60 miles), and Raleigh, NC (130 miles) and Richmond, VA (190 miles).
Amenities:
Family Friendly
Fishing, hunting, camping, swimming, hiking, biking, boating and wildlife observation.
Fishing tournament
Amenities
- Restrooms
Categories
- Boating
- Kayak/canoe
- Water Sports
Region
Last Updated: 05/20/2019
What's Nearby
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1058 Philpott Dam Rd.
Bassett, VA 240550 MI
