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Shenandoah
National Park
Virginia
Park Information
Shenandoah National Park /ˈʃɛnənˌdoʊə/ (often /ˈʃænənˌdoʊə/) is an American national park that encompasses part of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The park is long and narrow, with the Shenandoah River and its broad valley to the west, and the rolling hills of the Virginia Piedmont to the east. Skyline Drive is the main park road, generally traversing along the ridgeline of the mountains. Almost 40% of the park's land—79,579 acres (124.3 sq mi; 322.0 km2)—has been designated as wilderness areas and is protected as part of the National Wilderness Preservation System. The highest peak is Hawksbill Mountain at 4,051 feet (1,235 m).
Visitor Information
Open all day, every day. Some drives may be closed due to weather, so please confirm park status before going.
Facilities within the camp close in late November and reopen in March.
Weather & Clothing
With this park being so large (over 100 miles) weather can vary based on your specific location. Please research you area before making your trip. It is best to dress in layers as the weather can change based on elevation.
Activities
Scenic Drives
Hiking
Backcountry Camping
Exhibits
Wildlife
Biking
Fishing
Night Sky Viewing
Visitor Information
Open all day, every day. Some drives may be closed due to weather, so please confirm park status before going.
Facilities within the camp close in late November and reopen in March.
Weather & Clothing
With this park being so large (over 100 miles) weather can vary based on your specific location. Please research you area before making your trip. It is best to dress in layers as the weather can change based on elevation.
Activities
Scenic Drives
Hiking
Backcountry Camping
Exhibits
Wildlife
Biking
Fishing
Night Sky Viewing
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National Parks ServiceBasic Info
State
Virginia
Established
December 26th, 1935
Park Size
200,192 acres