### Frequently Asked Questions
**Q:** Is Reston a city? **A:** No, Reston is an unincorporated Census-Designated Place (CDP) located within Fairfax County.
**Q:** Who founded Reston? **A:** Robert E. Simon Jr. founded Reston in 1964.
**Q:** What county is Reston located in? **A:** Fairfax County, Virginia.
**Q:** How far is Reston from Washington, D.C.? **A:** Reston is approximately 20 miles west of downtown Washington, D.C.
**Q:** Does Reston have a Metro station? **A:** Yes, Reston is served by the Silver Line, with stations at Wiehle-Reston East and Reston Town Center.
**Q:** How close is the nearest major airport? **A:** Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is located just minutes west of Reston.
**Q:** What is the Reston Association? **A:** It is a massive community association that maintains the open spaces, lakes, pools, tennis courts, and pathways for the majority of Reston's residential properties.
**Q:** Are the lakes in Reston open to the public? **A:** Generally, the lakes are private and for the use of Reston Association members and their guests, though Lake Anne Plaza offers public waterfront access, dining, and boat rentals.
**Q:** Can I swim in the lakes? **A:** No, swimming is prohibited in all Reston lakes, but boating (non-motorized) and fishing are allowed for RA members.
**Q:** What are the five village centers? **A:** Lake Anne, Hunters Woods, South Lakes, North Point, and Tall Oaks.
**Q:** What is Reston Town Center? **A:** A high-density, mixed-use commercial and residential district featuring high-end retail, dining, office buildings, and a seasonal ice skating pavilion.
**Q:** What school district serves Reston? **A:** Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).
**Q:** Is Reston safe? **A:** Yes, Reston enjoys a low crime rate and is considered a very safe place to live and visit.
**Q:** What is the local hospital? **A:** Reston Hospital Center, an HCA Virginia facility, is the primary hospital in the community.
**Q:** What is the W&OD Trail? **A:** The Washington & Old Dominion Trail is a 45-mile paved multi-use trail built on an old rail bed that runs through Northern Virginia, including Reston.
**Q:** Who provides electricity in Reston? **A:** Dominion Energy.
**Q:** Is Reston a good place for tech jobs? **A:** Absolutely. It is centrally located in the Dulles Technology Corridor and is home to numerous defense, aerospace, cybersecurity, and IT headquarters.
**Q:** What is the Walker Nature Center? **A:** It is a community nature center offering environmental education, guided nature walks, and 72 acres of protected woodland.
**Q:** Are there community pools? **A:** Yes, the Reston Association operates 15 community pools for its members during the summer season.
**Q:** What is the community's founding motto? **A:** While not an official motto, Robert E. Simon's guiding philosophy was that Reston should be a place where people can "Live, Work, Play, and Get Involved."