Greenway Court Park

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Greenway Court Park is a historic site located in Clarke County, Virginia.


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Summary

It was once the home of the Revolutionary War hero, General George Washington’s close friend and ally, Lord Fairfax. Today, it is open to the public as a beautiful park and a great place to visit for history buffs and nature lovers.

One of the main reasons to visit Greenway Court Park is to learn about the rich history of the area. Visitors can tour the historic manor house, which was built in the early 1700s and has been carefully preserved. There are also several other historic structures on the property, including the Ice House and the Spring House.

In addition to the historic buildings, Greenway Court Park is also a great place to explore nature. The park features several hiking trails that wind through the woods and offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can also enjoy a picnic in the park or go fishing in the nearby pond.

One interesting fact about Greenway Court Park is that it was once the site of a Native American village. Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of a settlement dating back thousands of years, which adds to the rich history of the area.

The best time of year to visit Greenway Court Park is in the spring or fall when the weather is mild and the foliage is at its peak. However, the park is open year-round, so visitors can enjoy its beauty and history no matter what time of year they visit.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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