You can reach Shenandoah National Park directly via the Swift Run Gap entrance, accessible from Route 33. From there, you can drive north or south through the park on Skyline Drive. Within Greene County, the national park covers 15,285 acres. Greene County is thus both a gateway to a specific park route and part of a larger landscape. Historical accounts also point to the pass: they suggest that the mountains were crossed at Swift Run Gap and that a route ran through what is now Greene County.
Protected Areas and Outdoor Activities
Another point of interest is Rapidan Wildlife Management Area. It covers 10,326 acres along the border between Greene County and Madison County. Hiking is among the outdoor activities compatible with its conservation purpose. If you are considering a visit, check the latest access information beforehand.
Architecture and Local History
Locust Grove was built around 1798 for Isaac Davis, Jr. Early beaded weatherboards and porches remain on the exterior; inside, the original paneled wall coverings and paneled fireplace mantels are among the features. The shaped weatherboards and porches define the exterior, while the preserved details inside reveal another side of the house. Its construction date and design complement each other: the approximate date places Locust Grove in its historical context, while the preserved features offer specific insights into its architecture.
Local history is also evident in Stanardsville. The Greene County Courthouse is a major landmark in the town. Stanardsville is also designated as both a State Historic District and a National Historic District. The courthouse is a single prominent building; the two designations refer to the historic district. In Stanardsville, you can therefore encounter both a named landmark and a designated historic area.
Wine and Road Cycling
Stone Mountain Vineyards is a stop on the Monticello Wine Trail in Greene County. The winery offers wine tastings by the flight, as well as wine by the glass or bottle. Tours of the processing area and the 120-foot-long wine cave are available by appointment, arranged in advance by phone or email. Check current operating details before you travel, and arrange any desired tour with the winery in advance.
Cycling offers another perspective on the road: Greene County’s 2016 Comprehensive Plan describes road cycling along Skyline Drive as an activity that draws visitors to Greene County and mentions organized tours.
Discover more destinations: Ruckersville, Stanardsville, Hanover County, Dinwiddie County, Fauquier County, Botetourt, Amherst County, Charles City County.
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