National Park Guide

Shenandoah National Park

Virginia, US

Skyline Drive winds 105 miles along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering breathtaking vistas of the Shenandoah Valley below.

199,224
Acres
101
Trails
1935
Established
1.4 million
Annual Visitors

Quick Info

Season
Year-round
Entrance Fee
$30 per vehicle
Nearest Airport
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO), 45 minutes
Best Months
May, June, October

Highlights

  • Skyline Drive scenic byway
  • Old Rag Mountain summit scramble
  • Dark Hollow Falls
  • Whiteoak Canyon waterfalls
  • Appalachian Trail through the park

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About Shenandoah National Park

Shenandoah National Park encompasses a beautiful section of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia, with Skyline Drive running its entire length along the mountain crest. The park offers over 500 miles of trails including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail, cascading waterfalls, quiet hollows, and some of the best fall foliage viewing on the East Coast.

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Where to Stay

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Mimslyn Inn Historic Hotels Of America

$$$

Historic 1931 Georgian Revival inn in Luray with 45 guestrooms and suites, two restaurants serving southern cuisine, two outdoor pools, 24-hour fitness center, and spa services.

15 min drive$180-300/night
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Inn of the Shenandoah

$$$

Upscale 4-star bed and breakfast within a 10-minute drive of Shenandoah National Park, featuring private hot tubs, balconies, complimentary buffet breakfast, and free parking.

10 min drive$200-350/night
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Days Inn by Wyndham Luray Shenandoah

$

Budget-friendly pet-friendly hotel near Luray Caverns and Shenandoah National Park with free WiFi, parking, serene garden, and laundry facilities.

15 min drive$70-120/night
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Park Details

Highest Point
4,051 ft (Hawksbill Summit)
Camping
Available
Wilderness Areas
Yes
Pet Friendly
Yes (limited areas)
Region
Southeast
Established
1935