Explore Garrisonville, Virginia, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Garrisonville |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Stafford County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.482624 |
| Longitude | -77.42665 |
| Population | 12,000 |
| Density | 680.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 22556, 22463 |
| Area Code | 540 |
| County Seat | Stafford |
Garrisonville occupies a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of inland forests and the gentle slope of the Piedmont terrain. It lies 6.6 miles southwest of Triangle, VA (from Triangle, VA: bearing 228°T), and is situated 4.3 miles north-northwest of Stafford. The earth here holds a reddish tint, characteristic of the soil that anchors the dense woodlands and provides a firm foundation for the quiet life of the region. To the west, the distant Blue Ridge Mountains delineate the horizon in a soft, hazy violet during the final light of day. Nearby, the waters of Aquia Creek carve a narrow path through the geography, while the stillness of Smith Lake Reservoir provides a sanctuary for local wildlife. The environment remains grounded in these terrestrial features, far removed from the influence of any distant coastline.
Garrisonville reflects a history deeply rooted in the agricultural expansion of the Old Dominion, where early settlers recognized the value of the fertile, timber-rich plains. Over time, the local economy shifted from traditional farming to a more modern integration with the surrounding tech-corridor, drawing professionals who seek a balance between suburban growth and rural space. Commerce now flourishes through a mix of service-oriented industries and the logistical support required by the nearby military installations. This economic transformation has been gradual, allowing the character of the region to evolve without erasing the memory of its agrarian predecessors. Today, the steady hum of development serves as a modern counterpoint to the quiet, long-standing traditions of the local workforce.
Garrisonville maintains a character shaped by the intersection of transient populations and the enduring presence of long-term residents. The pace of daily life is measured by the changing seasons, which paint the local landscape in vivid colors, from the deep greens of summer to the muted, earthy tones of late autumn. Residents often seek recreation along the Chopawamsic Trail, where the shade of the canopy offers a reprieve from the afternoon heat. While the community lacks the clamor of a major metropolis, it possesses a distinct, unassuming vitality that manifests in local school events and seasonal gatherings. The influence of the broader region is felt in the courteous habits of the people, who carry the weight of Virginia’s long history with a quiet, practiced grace.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Garrisonville, Virginia. Coordinates: 38.482624, -77.42665. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Garrisonville includes the ZIP code (22556, 22463), telephone area code (540), county seat of Stafford County (Stafford), and school district assignment.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |