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Shenandoah National ParkRanger showing visitors a Screech Owl.
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Shenandoah National Park
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Firewood Ban

Beginning March 1, 2010 Shenandoah National Park will implement a ban on all outside firewood. It is hoped the ban will slow the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer, a destructive insect that is responsible for the deaths of tens of millions of ash trees.

For additional information click here.

 

Park Visitor Guide

The park visitor guide, Shenandoah Overlook, provides seasonal information about the park. You can pick up a free copy at any entrance station, visitor center, or park campground.

Click here for a viewable version of the current Shenandoah Overlook (pdf, 1.4 mb)

 
Unwanted Pest - Emerald ash borer (EAB) - Don't bring firewood in.
Firewood Notice
Help keep pests out - Don't bring firewood in.
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A 1930s photo showing heavy equipment being used to construct an overlook on Skyline Drive.  

Did You Know?
Construction of Shenandoah National Park’s Skyline Drive began in July 1931 on an acquired 100-foot right-of-way through privately owned land. The park was not established until four-and-a-half years later.
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Last Updated: November 04, 2009 at 08:58 EST