Reston is famous for its four picturesque man-made lakes, which were created to serve as scenic focal points and manage stormwater: * **Lake Anne** * **Lake Thoreau** * **Lake Audubon** * **Lake Newport**
These lakes offer residents opportunities for kayaking, paddleboarding, and catch-and-release fishing (though swimming is prohibited). The local watershed also includes numerous connecting streams, such as Snakeden Branch and Colvin Run, which flow through the community's wooded parklands.
