Berkeley Springs Baths
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One of oldest spas in South, warm mineral spring waters first used by Native Americans for reputed healing powers. Frequently visited by George Washington. Land granted to Virginia by Lord Fairfax in 1776, but used as a health resort since 1750s. Now a state park, it ranks among nation's oldest resorts.
Mineral waters, 74.3 F, fed from numerous nearby springs at nearly 1,000 gallons per minute.
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