Massaponax, Virginia facts for kids
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Massaponax, Virginia
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 Massaponax, Virginia
Location in Northern Virginia
Massaponax, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Massaponax, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Virginia |
| County | Spotsylvania |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
Massaponax is a small community located in Spotsylvania County, Virginia, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
The name Massaponax comes from an old Native American village that was here long ago. The name means "corn as tall as a man," which tells us that corn was an important crop in this area.
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Exploring Massaponax Geography
Massaponax is found just east of Spotsylvania Courthouse. It is about 4.5 miles south of the Four Mile Fork area.
Massaponax Creek: Fishing and Fun
Massaponax Creek is a stream about 4.8 miles from Fredericksburg, Virginia. It flows almost parallel to Fredericksburg, from west to east.
This creek is a popular spot for fishing. Some of the most common fish caught here include Largemouth bass, Blue catfish, and Snakehead.
Outdoor Trails and Nature
- Massaponax Creek Trail: This trail is 1.6 miles long and is located in Loriella Park. It's a great place for a walk or run.
- Ni River Trail: You can find this trail across the street from Massaponax High School. It has a pond and nature walking trails. It's a wonderful spot to see local wildlife.
Life in Massaponax
Massaponax is a suburban area, meaning it has a mix of homes and businesses. It is located near Fredericksburg, Virginia.
Neighborhoods and Community
Some of the neighborhoods in Massaponax include Lee's Park, South Oaks, Lancaster Gates, Fox Point, and Crown Grant. Massaponax is known for being a very diverse community, with people from many different backgrounds.
The historic Massaponax Baptist Church is also located here.
Education in Massaponax
Massaponax has several schools that are part of the Spotsylvania County Public Schools system.
Elementary Schools
- Riverview Elementary School
- Parkside Elementary School
Massaponax High School
Massaponax High School is a public school for students in grades 9 through 12. It opened in the fall of 1998. It was the fourth high school to open in Spotsylvania County.
The school is located at 8201 Jefferson Davis Highway. It is one of the largest high schools in the county. It has about 1,960 students. The school complex covers 106 acres (about 0.43 square kilometers).
Sports at Massaponax High School
Massaponax High School is part of the AAA Commonwealth District and AAA Northwest Region. Students can join many different sports teams, including:
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Cheerleading
- Cross country
- Lacrosse
- Football
- Golf
- Volleyball
- Basketball
- Field hockey
- Swimming
- Wrestling
- Baseball
- Softball
- Track and field
- Gymnastics
In 2003, the school's football team had an undefeated season. They made it to the State Finals but did not win the championship.
Germanna Community College
Near Massaponax is Germanna Community College. This college is one of 23 community colleges in Virginia. It serves students from several nearby counties and the City of Fredericksburg.
The Fredericksburg Area Campus of Germanna Community College is located close to the Cosner's Corner Shopping Center, which is in Massaponax.
