2010 Map of Purcellville

About this map

Purcellville and the neighboring town of Hamilton anchor this study of the Loudoun Valley, where the agricultural legacy of Northern Virginia meets early 21st-century growth. The landscape is defined by the drainages of the North Fork Catoctin Creek and South Fork Catoctin Creek, which flow through a countryside dotted with historic crossroads like Morrisonville, Wheatland, and Everharts Crossroads. Under the shadow of Short Hill Mountain, the region's deep community roots are evidenced by numerous burial grounds, including the Salem Cemetery, Rehoboth Cemetery, and Ketocktin Cemetery. Local landmarks such as the Crooked Run Orchard and the Purcellville Post Office highlight the mix of rural industry and civic life. The presence of the Wash and Old Dominion Bike Trl following the former railroad corridor illustrates the transition of the region's transport infrastructure from heavy rail to recreational use.