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Spotsylvania Courthouse Virginia Map

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CitySpotsylvania Courthouse
StateVirginia (VA)
CountySpotsylvania County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude38.19791
Longitude-77.587765
Population5,610
Density201.8 /km²
IncorporatedN/A
ZIP Codes22553, 22551
Area Code540
County SeatSpotsylvania Courthouse
School DistrictSpotsylvania County Public Schools

About Spotsylvania Courthouse, Virginia

Spotsylvania Courthouse is a locality in Spotsylvania County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,610. The population density is 201.8 people per km². Spotsylvania Courthouse is located at 38.1979°N, 77.5878°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 22553, 22551.

Spotsylvania Courthouse rests upon a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of its inland terrain, where the horizon remains flat and expansive. It lies 10.0 miles southwest of Fredericksburg, VA (from Fredericksburg, VA: bearing 224°T), and is situated 8.7 miles west-southwest of Massaponax. The earth here holds a certain heavy stillness, particularly when the afternoon light catches the tall grasses at the Spotsylvania Recreation Complex. To the west, the distant Blue Ridge Mountains appear as a faint, jagged smudge against the cooling sky, reminding observers of the vast reach of the Piedmont. Nearby, the Ni River carves a slow path through the undergrowth, its waters moving with a deliberate, muddy grace that anchors the local geography. Grays Pond remains a silent, reflective presence just a short distance away, serving as a sanctuary for the local fauna that drift through the surrounding woods.

Spotsylvania Courthouse maintains an identity forged by the weight of its long, complex history and the steady transition into a modern regional hub. Agriculture once dominated the local economy, but the current landscape reflects a shift toward service industries and professional sectors that sustain the residents. Economic life here is defined by a measured productivity, far removed from the frantic pace of the northern corridors. While the region retains the memory of its past, the infrastructure has adapted to support a growing population that values both tradition and accessibility. Local commerce centers on the daily needs of those who navigate the roads between the rural outskirts and the more developed corridors.

Cultural character in Spotsylvania Courthouse is marked by a profound sense of continuity, where residents move through their days with a quiet, observant courtesy. The Jackson Trail provides a path for those who seek to walk through the quiet woods, offering a physical connection to the land that feels both ancient and immediate. A walk through Bitzner Meadow at dawn reveals the subtle beauty of the local climate, as the mist clings to the low ground before the sun fully ascends. While many historical figures passed through this region, the spirit of the place is defined more by the enduring presence of its inhabitants than by the fame of any single individual. The Spotsylvania Recreation Complex acts as a focal point for the collective life of the area, hosting the gatherings and small events that define the social rhythm of the year.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Spotsylvania Recreation Complex (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 221° SW
  • Mareshall Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 169° S
  • Central Virginia Battlefield Trust Holding (Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 087° E
  • Ramseur's Brigade (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 334° NW
  • Maryland Brigade Monument (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 303° NW
  • Upton's Charge Monument (Monument) — 1.9 mi, 331° NW
  • CVBT Holding (Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 286° W
  • Patriot Park (Local Recreation) — 2.5 mi, 089° E
  • Brittany Commons Stream Preservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 3.6 mi, 047° NE
  • Breezewood Stream Preservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 4.1 mi, 054° NE
  • Loriella Park (Local Park) — 4.1 mi, 029° NE
  • Dominion Raceway (Attraction) — 6.2 mi, 132° SE
  • Fredericksburg and Spot. National Military Park (National Park) — 6.4 mi, 316° NW · 48 acres
  • Oakley Forest Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.4 mi, 301° NW
  • Catharines Furnace Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 7.1 mi, 332° NW
  • McLaw's Line (Registered Battlefield) — 7.1 mi, 347° N
  • Iconic Art (Public Artwork) — 7.6 mi, 032° NE
  • Motts Run Reservoir and Park (Waterfowl Production Area) — 7.8 mi, 007° N
  • Slocum's Line (Registered Battlefield) — 7.8 mi, 339° N
  • Lee's Hill (Viewpoint) — 8.5 mi, 045° NE
  • Bullock House Site (Historic Ruins) — 8.7 mi, 342° N
  • Klein Theatre (Theatre) — 9.5 mi, 039° NE
  • National Bank Museum (Museum) — 10.0 mi, 044° NE
  • George Washington Masonic Museum (Museum) — 10.0 mi, 044° NE
  • Alexander Berger Memorial Sanctuary (Nature Reserve) — 10.2 mi, 080° E
  • Stafford County Museum (Museum) — 10.8 mi, 036° NE
  • Lake Anna State Park (State Park) — 12.4 mi, 251° W
  • Garrett Farm site, John Wilkes Booth Killed after killing Lincoln (Attraction) — 20.0 mi, 101° E
  • Port Royal Museum of American History (Museum) — 21.5 mi, 095° E
  • Terror on the Farm (Attraction) — 23.8 mi, 173° S

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About This Spotsylvania Courthouse Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Spotsylvania Courthouse, Virginia. Coordinates: 38.19791, -77.587765. 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 Spotsylvania Courthouse includes the ZIP code (22553, 22551), telephone area code (540), county seat of Spotsylvania County (Spotsylvania Courthouse), and school district assignment (Spotsylvania 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 generatedAugust 2026
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