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City	Highland Springs
State	Virginia (VA)
County	Henrico County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	37.545979
Longitude	-77.327757
Population	16,604
Density	804.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	23075
Area Code	804
School District	Henrico County Public Schools

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About Highland Springs, Virginia

Highland Springs is a locality in Henrico County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of 16,604. The population density is 804.0 people per km². Highland Springs is located at 37.5460°N, 77.3278°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 23075.

Highland Springs occupies a stretch of inland terrain where the earth rises in subtle, firm swells toward the distant, hazy silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It lies 5.0 miles east-southeast of East Highland Park, VA (from East Highland Park, VA: bearing 119°T), and is situated 7.3 miles east of Richmond. The landscape defines itself through the quiet persistence of Gillie Creek, which traces a path through the terrain as a constant, rhythmic presence. Residents often look toward the western horizon, where the air holds a clarity that suggests the vastness of the interior plains. Sledds Lake lies a short distance away, its waters offering a still reflection of the changing sky. Highland Springs maintains a grounded atmosphere, defined by the steady, unadorned character of the Piedmont landscape.

Highland Springs grew from a foundation of rail-side development, evolving from its early agricultural roots into a residential anchor for the surrounding region. The local economy shifted over generations, moving from the labor of the soil toward the modern demands of logistics, light industry, and service sectors. Daily life in Highland Springs reflects this transition, balancing the quietude of a commuter base with the industrious spirit of its workforce. People here often speak of the way the light turns golden against the brick and timber of older structures during the late afternoon. This history remains visible in the functional, sturdy architecture that characterizes the older residential blocks. The pace of commerce reflects a steady, pragmatic approach to growth that prioritizes stability over rapid transformation.

Highland Springs cultivates a distinct cultural identity rooted in the long-standing traditions of the Old Dominion, expressed through a neighborly rhythm that values discretion and directness. Highland Springs Recreation Area serves as the primary gathering point, providing a necessary expanse of green space for residents to move through the day. The influence of the broader region is felt in the preference for local gatherings and the understated pride in the area’s steady endurance. Notable figures like the late basketball standout Moses Malone emerged from the broader regional orbit, carrying the grit and focus often associated with this part of the state. Visitors or locals might find themselves drawn to the simple, quiet corners of the neighborhood where the only sound is the wind moving through the trees. Even as the modern world encroaches, a certain resilience remains, marked by the way the community organizes its own local events and maintains its shared sense of place.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Highland Springs Recreation Area (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 186° S
Highland Springs Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 231° SW
Wilcox's Brigade Monument (Monument) — 2.5 mi, 043° NE
Travel Companions (Public Artwork) — 2.6 mi, 187° S
Texas Brigade Monument (Monument) — 2.7 mi, 040° NE
Gaines Mill Battlefield (Registered Battlefield) — 2.8 mi, 044° NE
Grand Lodge of Virginia Library and Museum (Museum) — 2.9 mi, 261° W
Mississippi Monument (Monument) — 3.1 mi, 041° NE
CWT Holding (Conservation Area) — 3.2 mi, 040° NE
Private Recreation Land (Conservation Area) — 3.8 mi, 123° SE
Woodville Elementary School (Local Recreation) — 4.0 mi, 271° W
Chimborazo Park (National Park) — 4.7 mi, 252° W · 43 acres
Powhatan Hill Overlook (Viewpoint) — 4.9 mi, 244° SW
C&O Church Hill Tunnel Eastern Entrance (Historic Ruins) — 4.9 mi, 255° W
C&O Church Hill Tunnel Western Portal (Historic Ruins) — 5.3 mi, 263° W
Edgar Allan Poe Museum (Museum) — 5.5 mi, 260° W
Triple Crossing (Attraction) — 5.8 mi, 260° W
The JXN Haus (Museum) — 5.8 mi, 273° W
First Freedom Center (Museum) — 5.8 mi, 262° W
RVA on Wheels (Attraction) — 5.9 mi, 263° W
Maggie L. Walker (National Park) — 6.0 mi, 272° W · 13 acres
The Foundation (Theatre) — 6.1 mi, 268° W
Sediment Arts (Gallery) — 6.2 mi, 269° W
Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia (Museum) — 6.2 mi, 273° W
Brown's Isle Amphitheater (Theatre) — 6.3 mi, 262° W
Presquile National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 12.1 mi, 163° S · 2,590 acres
Pocahontas State Park (State Park) — 15.2 mi, 226° SW
James River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 19.7 mi, 152° SE · 9,242 acres
York River State Park (State Park) — 33.3 mi, 105° E

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