Things to do & places to visit in Locust Grove, Virginia, United States

Locust Grove city in Virginia, United States. Timezone: America/New_York, current date and time: Thursday, May 09, 2024, 8:41.

Top things to do

• Points of Interest & Landmarks
• Golf Courses
• Lessons & Workshops
• Cemeteries
• Historic Sites

Top places to visit

1. 5.0 Ellwood Manor (32 reviews)
   - Excellent stop for history and trivia buffs alike
   Historic Sites
   
   
   Located off Rt 20, Ellwood Manor has a long history, mostly linked to the Civil War. While the house itself is worth a visit for its historical significance, the family graveyard is a must for those interested in historical trivia. There lies the left arm of Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, wounded by his own men in a tragic nighttime accident during the Battle of Chancellorsville. After the limb was amputated, an admirer brought it to the family estate at Ellwood and buried it in the family plot. Just follow the path through the cornfield and you'll find it under the big shade tree on the hill. See more..
   
2. 4.5 Wilderness National Military Park (38 reviews)
   - Set aside a whole day
   Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
   
   
   The battlefield is vast! Stop at the Chancellorsville visitor center to pick up your road map. Lots to see, lots of walking. To see everything along to driving tour will take most of the day. See more..
   
3. 4.5 Meadows Farms Golf Courses (12 reviews)
   - Great place!
   Golf Courses
   
   
   This course is in great shape! Extremely fair and pace of play was great. There are starters and people ensuring the pace of play is good. No beer cart but that’s ok :). See more..
   
4. 4.0 Grave of Stonewall Jackson's Arm (105 reviews)
   - Ellwood Cemetery
   Cemeteries
   
   
   Perhaps one of the best known stories of the Civil War is the amputation of General Stonewall Jackson's arm at Wilderness Tavern following the battle of Chancellorsville. Owing to a family connection with the Lacy family, owners of Ellwood, the arm was retrieved from the pile of severed limbs and brought to Ellwood for a proper burial and here it still rests today. While you may go to "see the arm", be sure to also visit and explore the story of Ellwood and its connection to the armies involved in the conflict. Recently finished is a remarkable exhibit detailing Ellwood's service as a hospital following the 3 battles that occurred within a few miles of the farm. See more..
   
5. 4.0 Lake of the Woods Golf Course (2 reviews)
   - Challenging By Accident
   Spent More than 3 hours Golf Courses
   Some tough holes on this course, especially #9. Many pull in one direction or another, homes all the way around. It is a nicer course now, particularly with the new sprinkler system and more devoted attention from the staff. A good pro, nice shop in the clubhouse and you will have an enjoyable time on the course. See more..
   
6. 3.0 Rapidan Golf Club (1 review)
   - Average Experience in Nearly Every Way
   Spent More than 3 hours Golf Courses
   Tried to play as many courses in the area as I could before I moved and Rapidan was one of the last on my list. A friend had played previously and didn't review highly but I went anyway since my wife had purchased a heavily discounted pass. Apparently, Rapidan was once Somerset Country Club but changed hands. It appears at this point to be a fairly low budget operation. There's little to no pro shop to speak of and the bar/dining area is quite limited. The layout of the course is interesting as it's a hilly track that runs through a creek bottom for a portion. We more intensive maintenance it could be a very enjoyable play but the condition of the fairways and greens was pretty poor. If one lived in the area, it would be a decent practice location but there are much nicer options in the same area. See more..
   
7. Rebecca Russell Art Studio (0 review)
   Thursday: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Lessons & Workshops
   Painting Parties for artists of all ages! Private parties, Sip N Paints, art camps and art classes available! Party venue for all themes! We are always open. Call to register ahead, make your art request & set up your appointment! See more..