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Shenandoah National Park

Shenandoah National Park General Information

Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and forming the western border of Rappahannock County, Shenandoah National Park offers a treasure to be explored. Enter the park 7 miles west of Sperryville on Route 211 at the Thornton Gap entrance. Skyline Drive, the park's signature feature, runs the length of the park. Seventy-five overlooks along the drive offer incredible views of the Shenandoah Valley and the Virginia Piedmont, including the rolling hills and rural landscape of Rappahannock County. Experience the beauty and quiet of the park's 500 miles of trails. The famous Appalachian Trail runs for 101 miles through the park.

Programs led by rangers are available from spring through fall and include easy walks, challenging hikes and traditional campfire talks. ARAMARK, the park's concessionaire, offers a wide variety of activities including Virginia wine tasting, basket-making, night sky programs, quilting demonstrations and workshops.

Lodging is available at Big Meadows Lodge and Skyland Resort. Or find your way east back down Route 211 and indulge your senses in the warm, friendly hospitality of one of Rappahannock's inns, B&Bs or cottages, enjoy the satisfying flavors of the cafés and restaurants or treat yourself to a massage at one of the wellness centers.

nps.gov/shen
540.999.3500 (main) / 800.732.0911 (emergency)

Shenandoah Mountain Guides
Shenandoah Mountain Guides is internationally known for quality instruction and guiding. It offers exceptional educational programs in canoeing, backpacking, orienteering, survival/outdoor skills, mountain biking, outdoor leadership, rock climbing and environmental awareness.
shenandoahmountainguides.org
866.455.8672

Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah — a wilderness oasis in the busy East. In gazing across the horizon from the peaks of Shenandoah National Park, it's hard to believe you are just 75 miles from the bustle of our nation's capital. Take Skyline Drive along the crest of the mountains through the woods and past spectacular vistas. Hike in the shade of oak trees along the Appalachian Trail, discover the stories from Shenandoah's past or just relax in the wonder of the wilderness. From Rappahannock County, proceed west on Route 211 seven miles from Sperryville to the Thornton Gap entrance to Skyline Drive or come into the park by way of trails located on the eastern slopes of Rappahannock County at designated trailhead entry points.
nps.gov/shen
headquarters 540.999.3500 / emergency 800.732.0911
3655 Lee Hwy / Luray, VA 22835
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