Botetourt Springs, Virginia
Botetourt Springs (originally: Sulphur Spring Tract) is a mineral spring and was a historical settlement on the border of Roanoke County, Virginia, and Botetourt County, Virginia, United States. The spring is located 12 mi (19 km) from Fincastle. Botetourt Springs was originally settled in the mid-18th century, growing as a mineral spring resort during the summer, especially after the 1820s.
Botetourt Springs | |
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Former settlement and resort | |
Botetourt Springs | |
Coordinates: 37°21′13″N 79°56′12″W | |
Country | United States |
State | Virginia |
County | Roanoke County |
In its time, it was one of the best known mineral springs in Virginia, and one of the chief sulfuric thermal springs in America. Notable visitors included General Andrew Jackson and General Lafayette.
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