Green Springs

Located on 14,000 acres, Green Springs National Historic Landmark District is located on the western piedmont of central Virginia. It is a natural basin caused by erosion of a volcanic intrusion resulting in particularly fertile soil, which has sustained grassland farming for over 270 years. On this land, man has built homes and dependencies which represent a continuum of rural Virginia vernacular architecture, respectful of location and scene, preserved virtually unaltered in its original context, where the land has been enhanced rather than despoiled by the presence of man.

Green Springs National Historic Landmark District
22591 Spotswood Trail
Elkton, VA 22827
434-985-7293 x301 - Visitor Information

By Plane
The nearest airport is Charlottesville, 25 miles away.

By Car
The district is located 1.5 miles north of I-64, on U.S. 15 from exit No. 136, Zion Crossroads. The district is roughly bounded by U.S. 15, VA 22 and VA 613.

By Plane
No public transportation.

Hot, humid summers. Mild spring and fall. Cool to cold winters.

Here are some of the activities that are offered at Mount Rainier National Park.

• Auto Touring

Recommended Activities
No visitor facilities.

Brochure on district is available at Maddox Store at Poindexter, intersection of VA 640 and VA 613.

The district is a rural cultural landscape of farms and houses best viewed from the many public roads (some gravel) throughout the district. The National Park Service holds only preservation and conservation easements on 6000 acres in the district (an additional 2000 acres of easements held by others). All land uses are private and no public facilities are present. Please respect private property.