Shenandoah National Park

VA
Just 75 miles from the bustle of Washington, D.C., Shenandoah National Park is a land bursting with cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, fields of wildflowers, and quiet wooded hollows. With over 200,000 acres of protected lands that are haven to deer, songbirds, and black bear, there's so much to explore...and your journey begins right here!
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WEATHER INFO

Shenandoah National Park has four very distinct seasons. Spring typically brings mild temperatures, rain, and wildflowers. Summer brings lush green forests, but can be hot and very humid. Fall follows with cooler temperatures and spectacular fall foliage. Winter can bring snow and ice. The park spans roughly 100 miles, which means that weather can vary greatly depending on your location. The mountain is usually 10°F cooler than the valley below. Always check the forecast, dress in layers, and be prepared.

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Shenandoah National Park is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, west of Washington, D.C. It stretches 105 miles and has four entrances: Front Royal (northern entrance), Thornton Gap, Swift Run Gap, and Rockfish Gap (southern entrance to Shenandoah and the northern entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway). The physical address listed is to the administrative offices, not the Park itself. GPS can be unreliable for navigating to the Park, so we encourage you to check out our website for more info.
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INFORMATION

Intermittent power outages at Big Meadows

Starting April 28, there will be intermittent power outages Mondays through Fridays in the Big Meadows area for up to two weeks due to upgrades. Outages will affect campground showers and ice and wood sales. The visitor center and wayside have generators.

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CAUTION

Enter the Park with a full tank of gas!

While gas is available at Big Meadows Wayside (mile 51), supply is often limited, and visitors should fill up their tanks before entering the Park.

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Get Skyline Drive Status Updates

Sign up for Shenandoah Alerts by texting SHENALERTS to 888777. Any time there are closures, re-openings, or other important safety-related alerts, subscribers will receive a notification via text. You may unsubscribe at any time.

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Expect Trail Repair Delays

Be aware of delays and hazards on trails as crews remove downed trees and repair trails from the winter storm events.

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Potential delays during stone wall rehabilitation project

The stone wall that lines Skyline Drive is being rehabilitated between miles 72.8 and 75.7. There will be a single lane closure for the duration of this work, with an established work zone that will be managed by flaggers. Visitors should expect delays.

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Ticket Required to Hike Old Rag

March 1 - November 30 those wishing to hike Old Rag are required to obtain a day-use ticket before arriving.

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