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Sterling, Virginia, is located in Loudoun County, approximately 30 miles from Washington, D.C., and is partially bordered by the Potomac River. Although not a big city, it boasts the Volcano Island waterpark and four golf courses; the 1757 Golf Club, the Sterling Golf and Swim Club, the Algonkian Golf Course and Trump National Golf Club. Sterling is also home to a number of restaurants especially around its mall, the Dulles Town Center. Visitors also enjoy the multiple of nearby wineries, breweries, caverns and state parks.

Key facts

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is located in Sterling, so there are numerous hotels in the general area. You can also find several hotels located on Route 28, the main north-south corridor in the region. Transportation in the area is mainly by car, though there is also a Metro station just nine miles away in Reston, Virginia. This station will link you to the district and many other points in the Washington-metropolitan area.

Hints and tips

Summers in Sterling are hot and humid, with temperatures during the summer months in the 80s, with occasional days in the 90s. Thunderstorms are not uncommon that time of year. Winters can be cold, and the average snowfall is 19 inches. Both the spring and fall feature mild, pleasant weather and are the best times to visit Sterling.