Located in the historic Northern Neck area of Virginia, Dahlgren is approximately 55 miles south of Washington, D.C., 60 miles north of Richmond, Virginia, and 28 miles east of Fredericksburg, Va. It is framed by water between the Potomac and Rappahannock rivers, and it is adjacent to the Chesapeake Bay. Dahlgren enjoys mild weather with average winter temperatures of 30 degrees and summer temperatures around 90 degrees. Lincoln Military Housing provides 203 homes within five communities that serve the Naval Support Activity South Potomac at Dahlgren. While close to dense urban centers, the Northern Neck area maintains its rural charm and undeveloped character. It offers numerous recreational opportunities for military families, including fishing, boating, biking, canoeing, kayaking, golf and horseback riding.