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Amherst County Map, Virginia

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Amherst County, Virginia

Amherst County Location Map Virginia

Amherst County sits at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in central Virginia. The James River runs along its southern border with great fishing and kayaking.

Sweet Briar College adds a touch of academia. The local apple orchards are a big draw in the fall. Nothing beats fresh apple cider. Hikers come to the county for access to parts of the Appalachian Trail.

The town of Amherst has a quaint main street. It’s the county seat here. You’ll find a mix of farmland and forest here. It’s the kind of place where you can really connect with nature. Amherst County offers a peaceful retreat from city life.

CategoryDetails
County NameAmherst County
County SeatAmherst
PopulationApproximately 31,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesAmherst, Madison Heights, Clifford, Monroe, Sweet Briar
Interstates and HighwaysUS-29, US-60, VA-130, VA-151
FIPS Code51-009
Total Area (Land and Water)479 sq mi (Land: 474 sq mi; Water: 5 sq mi)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction)Rockbridge County (Northwest), Nelson County (Northeast), Appomattox County (Southeast), Campbell County (South), Lynchburg City (South), Bedford County (Southwest)
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.5854° N, 79.0512° W
EtymologyNamed after Jeffrey Amherst
Major LandmarksSweet Briar College, Blue Ridge Parkway, Amherst County Museum and Historical Society
WebsiteAmherst County Website

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