Groveton Virginia Map
Explore Groveton, Virginia, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Groveton, Virginia
| City | Groveton |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fairfax County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.74979 |
| Longitude | -77.1074 |
| Population | 15,725 |
| Density | 1396.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 20109, 22306 |
| Area Code | 571, 703 |
| County Seat | Fairfax |
| School District | Fairfax County Public Schools |
About Groveton, Virginia
Groveton is a locality in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of 15,725. The population density is 1396.7 people per km². Groveton is located at 38.7498°N, 77.1074°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 20109, 22306.Groveton emerges from the quiet intersection of suburban expansion and the enduring, soft-edged geography of the Virginia Piedmont. It lies 1.4 miles north of Hybla Valley, VA (from Hybla Valley, VA: bearing 356°T), and is situated 9.2 miles south-southwest of Washington. The Paul Spring Branch carves a vital, hidden artery through the landscape, dictating the flow of the land toward the nearby Hybla Valley. Beyond the immediate neighborhood, the horizon holds the faint, atmospheric suggestion of the Blue Ridge Mountains, visible only when the air turns crisp and clear. Residents find a quiet refuge at Lenclair City Park, where the afternoon light catches the tall grasses in a sudden, golden clarity. Further afield, the deeper canopy of the Doncaster State Forest provides a dense, emerald contrast to the manicured lawns that define the local residential character.
Groveton carries the weight of a history rooted in the transition from agrarian tracts to the complex, modern sprawl of the greater capital region. The local economy finds its pulse in the professional corridors of service, government contracting, and retail sectors that thrive throughout the surrounding landscape. Growth here has been steady, moving away from the old field-lines and orchards to embrace a rhythm defined by the daily commute and the quiet industriousness of a suburban workforce. Groveton maintains a practical, grounded character that prioritizes stability and the careful management of space. While the landscape has been transformed by development, the memory of the original soil still influences the way the grid is laid out across the undulating terrain.
Groveton fosters a cultural identity that is modest, diverse, and deeply attuned to the patterns of contemporary Virginia life. The pace of the day moves with a deliberate, steady tempo, punctuated by the seasonal activities that bring neighbors together in public spaces. Though the Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway Terminus lies some distance away, its presence serves as a reminder of the vast, interconnected trails that define the regional recreational spirit. The area remains a quiet observer of the wider world, rarely seeking the spotlight, yet it provides a sturdy foundation for those who call it home. Residents often speak of the simple pleasure of a quiet evening spent near the calm waters of Lake Barcroft, where the evening shadows lengthen across the surface in a display of unforced beauty.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Huntley Meadows County Park (Local Park) — locality lies within
- Observation Platform (Viewpoint) — 0.1 mi, 025° NE
- Unknown Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 104° E
- Chessie’s Carousel (Attraction) — 1.7 mi, 353° N
- Carolltown Historical Marker (Monument) — 2.1 mi, 291° W
- Jackson M. Abbott Wetland Refuge (Nature Reserve) — 2.1 mi, 221° SW
- Jeffrey C. Dietze Stadium (Stadium) — 2.4 mi, 049° NE
- Springbank Arts Building (Arts Centre) — 2.5 mi, 050° NE
- Hooray Art! (Arts Centre) — 2.8 mi, 100° E
- Nepenthe Gallery (Gallery) — 2.8 mi, 100° E
- George Washington's Distillery and Gristmill Tour (Attraction) — 2.8 mi, 206° SW
- Mount Vernon: The Story of an American Icon (Museum) — 2.9 mi, 159° S
- Purple Heart Memorial (Monument) — 3.0 mi, 157° SE
- Historic Area Entrance & Exit (Attraction) — 3.0 mi, 159° S
- Orientation Film (Cinema) — 3.0 mi, 158° S
- Virtual Mansion Tour (Cinema) — 3.0 mi, 158° S
- George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 3.0 mi, 063° NE · 2,795 acres
- Lives Bound Together: Slavery at Mount Vernon (Museum) — 3.0 mi, 158° S
- Mansion Line Entry (Attraction) — 3.1 mi, 159° S
- Dead cyclist Intersection (Monument) — 3.2 mi, 023° NE
- Lego Giraffe (Public Artwork) — 4.1 mi, 295° NW
- Mason Neck State Park (State Park) — 6.6 mi, 211° SW
- Elizabeth Hartwell Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.1 mi, 201° S · 2,944 acres
- Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 9.4 mi, 223° SW · 1,268 acres
- Smallwood Sp (State Park) — 13.4 mi, 196° S
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About This Groveton Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Groveton, Virginia. Coordinates: 38.74979, -77.1074. 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 Groveton includes the ZIP code (20109, 22306), telephone area code (571, 703), county seat of Fairfax County (Fairfax), and school district assignment (Fairfax County Public Schools).
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. |
