Shenandoah National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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Fee Free Weekends!

Free Admission Weekends This Summer: June 20-21, July 18-19, August 15-16!
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Shenandoah, a wilderness oasis in the busy east . . .

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 wilderness.

A hiker enters a foggy forest trail in Shenandoah National Park.

Hike Shenandoah!

Shenandoah National Park has over 500 miles of trails, including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Many trails are accessed from Skyline Drive. Some short trails lead to a waterfall or viewpoint; longer and more difficult trails penetrate deep into the forest and wilderness.
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Two young visitors learning about the forest with a park ranger.

Ranger Programs

Make your visit to Shenandoah complete by attending a Ranger-led Program. Discover the many stories of Shenandoah's past, take a walk through the splendor of a unique mountain meadow, or learn about the many animals and plants that thrive in Shenandoah National Park.
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		Resource Seminars Get to know your national park a little more personally. Register for a Shenandoah Resource Seminar for an in-depth experience to learn from scientists, researchers, educators, and other experts about resource issues and recreational opportunities in Shenandoah National Park. more...

		Firewood Alert! Visitors may not bring in firewood from greater than 35 miles from the Park’s boundary. Visitors are required to buy their firewood locally or gather dead and down firewood from within the Park. This will help us keep the Exotic Emerald Ash Borer out of Shenandoah National Park. The emerald ash borer has been responsible for the death of millions of ash trees in the U.S. more...

Write to

Park Superintendent
3655 US Highway 211 East
Luray, VA 22835

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Phone

Information Line
(540) 999-3500

Emergency Line
(800) 732-0911

Climate

The mountains in Shenandoah National Park are usually 10 degrees cooler than the valley below. Winters can be severe with snow and ice, and summer showers may be sudden. Layered clothing is always suggested.
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