https://www.nps.gov/shen News releases from Shenandoah National Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-40th-annual-wildflower-weekend.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will celebrate spring wildflowers during its 40th annual Wildflower Weekend on May 2-3, 2026. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-40th-annual-wildflower-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-to-conduct-aerial-limestone-applications-to-improve-stream-health.htm Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will conduct an aerial limestone application to reduce the acidity of Meadow Run, a stream near mile 90 on Skyline Drive, between February 2, 2026, and February 28, 2026. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-to-conduct-aerial-limestone-applications-to-improve-stream-health.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/firefighters-work-to-suppress-bear-den-mountain-fire-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:00:00 EST National Park Service firefighters and park cooperators are working to suppress the Bear Den Mountain Fire in Shenandoah National Park, which started late Sunday evening on November 16. Investigators are still determining the cause of the fire. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/firefighters-work-to-suppress-bear-den-mountain-fire-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-plans-prescribed-burn-in-big-meadows.htm Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:00:00 EST Fire managers at Shenandoah National Park plan to burn approximately 145 acres of Big Meadows Monday, November 17, 2025, weather permitting. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-plans-prescribed-burn-in-big-meadows.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/search-suspended-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Mon, 07 Jul 2025 13:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park has suspended the investigation into missing person Robert “Bob” Bieri. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/search-suspended-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/missing-person-search-underway-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 EST A search is underway in Shenandoah National Park for Robert (Bob) Bieri. Mr. Bieri was reported missing to Shenandoah National Park Rangers on the evening of July 5, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/missing-person-search-underway-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-moves-to-cashless-fee-collection-starting-july-1-2025.htm Mon, 23 Jun 2025 06:19:00 EST Beginning July 1, 2025, Shenandoah National Park will transition to a fully cashless fee system and accept only mobile or electronic payments for entrance and campground fees. In addition to using electronic forms of payment in the park, visitors can use www.recreation.gov to pay for entrance fees, campground fees and permitting fees in advance of a park trip. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-moves-to-cashless-fee-collection-starting-july-1-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/national-park-service-cancels-concession-contract-opportunity-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Thu, 08 May 2025 08:30:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has canceled a previously announced 15-year concessions contract opportunity in Shenandoah National Park. The contract solicitation to provide overnight guest lodging, food and beverage sales, retail and grocery operations, campground operations and camper services, fuel sales, and stable operations within the park opened on July 30, 2024, and closed on November 7, 2024. The NPS will revise and issue a new solicitation for these services. This is not expected to impact continuity of visitor services. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/national-park-service-cancels-concession-contract-opportunity-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/electrical-upgrades-scheduled-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Fri, 25 Apr 2025 07:30:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is working with utility partners to upgrade infrastructure and complete a project for the Big Meadows area water system. The work will impact visitor services in the Big Meadows area (mile 51). https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/electrical-upgrades-scheduled-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-artists-selected-for-2025-artist-in-residence-program.htm Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park has selected seven artists for its annual Artist-in-Residence program. This program gives artists an opportunity to creatively explore Shenandoah’s natural and cultural resources and pursue their artistic discipline. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-artists-selected-for-2025-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-plans-prescribed-burns.htm Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:00:00 EST Fire managers at Shenandoah National Park plan to burn approximately 40 acres of Big Meadows and approximately 20 acres in the park’s headquarters between March 11 and April 30, 2025, weather permitting. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-plans-prescribed-burns.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-recipient-of-national-award-for-natural-resource-management.htm Wed, 15 Jan 2025 04:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is proud to announce Dale Meyerhoeffer as a recipient of the 2023 Director’s Awards for Excellence in Natural Resource Management in a ceremony that took place in Washington D.C. on December 11, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-recipient-of-national-award-for-natural-resource-management.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-releases-ranger-activity-report-for-july-through-september-2024.htm Fri, 08 Nov 2024 03:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park rangers responded to 142 calls for service between July and September 2024. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-releases-ranger-activity-report-for-july-through-september-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-plans-for-veterans-day.htm Thu, 31 Oct 2024 08:00:00 EST Volunteers with Project Healing Waters will return to Shenandoah National Park on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-plans-for-veterans-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-new-film-in-visitor-centers-titled-shenandoah.htm Fri, 25 Oct 2024 04:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park announces the release of a new film, "Shenandoah," that explores the significances of the natural history of the park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-new-film-in-visitor-centers-titled-shenandoah.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-seeks-information-related-to-vehicle-break-ins.htm Thu, 26 Sep 2024 05:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park officials are seeking information related to multiple vehicle break-ins in the central district of the Park on Sunday, September 22, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-seeks-information-related-to-vehicle-break-ins.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/stakely-super-2024.htm Tue, 03 Sep 2024 08:00:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) Northeast Deputy Regional Director Cinda Waldbuesser announces that J. Tracy Stakely has been selected as the next superintendent of both Shenandoah National Park and Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park. He expects to begin his new assignment on October 7. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/stakely-super-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-wilderness-heritage.htm Wed, 28 Aug 2024 10:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will honor America’s wilderness heritage with special programs throughout the week. Join the celebration by viewing Shenandoah’s wilderness from Skyline Drive, hiking a trail, joining a ranger program, or exploring visitor center exhibits. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-wilderness-heritage.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/tourism-to-shenandoah-national-park-contributes-$114-million-to-local-economy.htm Tue, 27 Aug 2024 10:00:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 1.5 million visitors to Shenandoah National Park in 2023 spent $114 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 1,351 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $156 million. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/tourism-to-shenandoah-national-park-contributes-$114-million-to-local-economy.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-issues-partial-closure-for-dark-hollow-falls-trail-repairs.htm Tue, 27 Aug 2024 08:05:00 EST A section of Dark Hollow Falls Trail in the central section of Shenandoah National Park will be closed for repairs for about two weeks beginning August 27, 2024. Sections of the trail have washed out and poses a fall risk for hikers. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-issues-partial-closure-for-dark-hollow-falls-trail-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/snp-lifts-fishing-closure.htm Mon, 12 Aug 2024 11:00:00 EST Effective immediately, Shenandoah National Park officials have lifted a parkwide fishing closure. Extremely dry conditions and low stream flows prompted the ban on June 27. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/snp-lifts-fishing-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/concessions-contract-opportunity.htm Tue, 30 Jul 2024 08:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is offering a 15-year concession contract opportunity to operate lodging, food and beverage sales, retail, grocery, camper services (firewood, showers, and laundry), automobile services (fuel), stable operations and four campgrounds in Shenandoah National Park. This includes all commercial operations at Big Meadows, Skyland, Elkwallow, Lewis Mountain and Loft Mountain developed areas. The new contract is expected to begin January 1, 2026. The deadline for proposals is Thursday, November 7, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/concessions-contract-opportunity.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-temporarily-suspends-fishing-due-to-low-stream-flows-and-high-water-temperatures.htm Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:11:00 EST Effective immediately, Shenandoah National Park’s streams and rivers are closed to fishing due to low stream flows and high water temperatures. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-temporarily-suspends-fishing-due-to-low-stream-flows-and-high-water-temperatures.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-and-national-highway-traffic-safety-administration-remind-drivers-click-it-or-ticket.htm Wed, 15 May 2024 07:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park law enforcement will be working with National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to urge drivers to buckle up ahead of a national Click It or Ticket high-visibility seat belt enforcement effort. The national seat belt campaign, which coincides with the Memorial Day holiday, runs from May 20 to June 2, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-and-national-highway-traffic-safety-administration-remind-drivers-click-it-or-ticket.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selected-as-a-2024-leave-no-trace-spotlight-site.htm Mon, 13 May 2024 05:15:00 EST The Leave No Trace organization has selected Shenandoah National Park as a 2024 Spotlight site. From June 14 to June 16, a Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Team will be in the Park to deliver Leave No Trace education and to partner on a stewardship project. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selected-as-a-2024-leave-no-trace-spotlight-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-change-in-leadership.htm Thu, 09 May 2024 11:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park Superintendent Pat Kenney retired April 30 after nearly 34 years in the National Park Service (NPS). Lewis Rogers, Superintendent at Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park has been named interim Superintendent while a permanent replacement is sought. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-change-in-leadership.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/smooth-road-ahead-skyline-drive-receives-$15-million-makeover-from-the-great-american-outdoors-act.htm Tue, 30 Apr 2024 04:00:00 EST The Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund is the driving force behind improvements to one of the National Park Service’s most iconic and popular roads. The $15 million, 18-month Skyline Drive preservation project repaired and restored 56 miles and 19 overlooks of the national historic landmark and national scenic byway that runs along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/smooth-road-ahead-skyline-drive-receives-$15-million-makeover-from-the-great-american-outdoors-act.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-pinnacles-picnic-grounds-at-shenandoah-national-park-for-improvements-project.htm Mon, 29 Apr 2024 09:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is celebrating its 3rd annual Show Your Love for Shenandoah Volunteer Day, a parkwide volunteer event focused on improvements and projects to prepare for the spring and summer visitation season. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-pinnacles-picnic-grounds-at-shenandoah-national-park-for-improvements-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/cedar-run-trail-in-shenandoah-national-park-will-close-temporarily-for-repairs.htm Thu, 25 Apr 2024 06:00:00 EST The Cedar Run Trail in the central section of Shenandoah National Park will be closed for repairs for about two weeks beginning May 6, 2024. The trail has completely washed out and poses a fall risk for hikers. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/cedar-run-trail-in-shenandoah-national-park-will-close-temporarily-for-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-to-employ-aerial-spraying-against-spongy-moth.htm Mon, 22 Apr 2024 10:38:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will conduct an aerial spraying program in partnership with the US Forest Service (USFS) to suppress nonnative spongy moth caterpillars along sections of Skyline Drive (miles 39 to 51) and in the Skyland and Big Meadows areas in May. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-to-employ-aerial-spraying-against-spongy-moth.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-38th-annual-wildflower-weekend-may-11-12.htm Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:00:00 EST Spring wildflowers and art will be celebrated during Shenandoah National Park's 38th annual Wildflower Weekend, May 11-12, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-38th-annual-wildflower-weekend-may-11-12.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/electrical-upgrades-underway-at-shenandoah-national-park.htm Fri, 12 Apr 2024 09:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park, is working with utility partners to make repairs, and upgrade infrastructure in an effort to proactively mitigate damage from future weather events. Work has begun to replace utility poles and repair power lines along two utility corridors in the park. The work will impact visitor services at Elkwallow, Mathews Arm Campground, and the Big Meadows area. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/electrical-upgrades-underway-at-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2024-artist-in-residence-selection.htm Wed, 10 Apr 2024 11:25:00 EST Shenandoah National Park has selected five artists for its annual Artist-in-Residence program. The program gives artists an opportunity to creatively explore Shenandoah’s natural and cultural resources and pursue their artistic discipline. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2024-artist-in-residence-selection.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-issues-new-trail-closures-for-rocky-branch-fire.htm Fri, 22 Mar 2024 13:07:00 EST Shenandoah National Park has closed Hull School Trail from Skyline Drive to Thornton River Upper Trail and Thornton River Upper Trail from the intersection of Hull School Trail to Skyline Drive due to the Rocky Branch Wildfire. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-issues-new-trail-closures-for-rocky-branch-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-issues-closures-for-rocky-branch-fire.htm Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:39:00 EST Shenandoah National Park has closed Skyline Drive from Thornton Gap (mile 31.5) to Mathews Arm (mile 22.1) due to the Rocky Branch Wildfire. Trail closures include the Appalachian Trail from Elkwallow to Beahms Gap, Rocky Branch, Neighbor Mountain, Jeremys Run, and Byrds Nest 4. A parkwide fire ban remains in effect. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-issues-closures-for-rocky-branch-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-new-online-interactive.htm Thu, 07 Mar 2024 09:20:00 EST Shenandoah National Park launched the fourth in its series of web-based curriculums on March 7, 2024. The interactives are designed for high school students to explore national events and cultural changes through the lens of Shenandoah National Park. All are aligned with Virginia and national standards of learning. The newest program, "Life at Lewis Mountain: Shenandoah in the Jim Crow Era," gives students, and others, the opportunity to explore how African Americans experienced Shenandoah National Park during segregation. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-new-online-interactive.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-plans-prescribed-burn-2024.htm Thu, 07 Mar 2024 06:05:00 EST Fire managers at Shenandoah National Park plan to burn approximately 88 acres of Big Meadows sometime between March 11 and April 15, 2024, weather permitting. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-plans-prescribed-burn-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/water-safety-concerns-affect-visitor-amenities-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Wed, 28 Feb 2024 08:42:00 EST Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has identified concerns with the raw water source at two public facilities in Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/water-safety-concerns-affect-visitor-amenities-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2024-youth-wildflower-art-contest.htm Fri, 16 Feb 2024 04:00:00 EST Celebrate wildflowers through the talents of young artists in Shenandoah National Park’s “Youth Wildflower Art Contest.” https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2024-youth-wildflower-art-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/snp-announces-permanent-ticketing-system-at-old-rag-mountain.htm Thu, 18 Jan 2024 08:00:00 EST Following a two-year pilot program, Shenandoah National Park will implement a permanent ticketing system to access Old Rag Mountain from March through November. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/snp-announces-permanent-ticketing-system-at-old-rag-mountain.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-new-backcountry-camping-permitting-system.htm Mon, 11 Dec 2023 08:00:00 EST Beginning January 11, 2024, visitors who wish to overnight in Shenandoah’s backcountry must purchase a permit through Recreation.gov. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-new-backcountry-camping-permitting-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-lifts-fishing-closure.htm Wed, 06 Dec 2023 06:00:00 EST Effective immediately, Shenandoah National Park officials have lifted a parkwide fishing closure. Extremely dry conditions and low stream flows prompted the ban on August 31. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-lifts-fishing-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-reopens-trails-affected-by-quaker-run-fire.htm Wed, 22 Nov 2023 08:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park has reopened all trails in the Rapidan Camp area previously closed due to the Quaker Run Fire. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-reopens-trails-affected-by-quaker-run-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-additional-closures-for-quaker-run-fire.htm Wed, 08 Nov 2023 08:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park has closed the Rapidan Camp area near the eastern boundary in the central section of the park due to a wildfire. The closure includes the area around the historic camp and the trails leading to it. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-additional-closures-for-quaker-run-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-imposes-fire-ban.htm Tue, 07 Nov 2023 03:00:00 EST Due to exceptionally dry conditions, Shenandoah National Park has implemented a complete fire ban effective 8:00 a.m. November 7, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-imposes-fire-ban.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/trail-closures-for-quaker-run-fire.htm Sat, 04 Nov 2023 04:00:00 EST Graves Mill Trail and Wilhite Wagon Trail are closed as firefighters continue efforts to suppress the Quaker Run Fire, which started Tuesday, October 31 in the Rapidan Wildlife Management Area just outside the park boundary. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/trail-closures-for-quaker-run-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/firefighters-have-begun-mop-up-operations-for-millers-head-fire-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Wed, 13 Sep 2023 07:15:00 EST Mop-up efforts are currently underway at the Millers Head Fire in Shenandoah National Park. The approximately two-and-a-half-acre fire is 60 percent contained.   https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/firefighters-have-begun-mop-up-operations-for-millers-head-fire-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/firefighters-work-to-contain-millers-head-fire-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Sun, 10 Sep 2023 10:05:00 EST National Park Service and Virginia Department of Forestry firefighters are actively establishing a fire line to contain the Millers Head Fire burning in Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/firefighters-work-to-contain-millers-head-fire-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-warns-visitors-about-high-fire-danger-and-dry-conditions.htm Thu, 07 Sep 2023 10:12:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is experiencing high fire danger due to high temperatures and drought conditions. When the fire danger is "high" fires can start easily and grasses and leaf litter will ignite readily. Unattended campfires and brush fires can get out of control and fires will spread quickly. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-warns-visitors-about-high-fire-danger-and-dry-conditions.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2023-national-public-lands-day.htm Wed, 06 Sep 2023 05:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will celebrate the 30th annual National Public Lands Day September 23, 2023. The park will host several special events to commemorate the day over a three-day period in the Big Meadows area (mile 51), September 22-24. Entrance fees to the park will be waived Saturday, September 23. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2023-national-public-lands-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/search-concluded.htm Sat, 02 Sep 2023 10:00:00 EST Search operations for missing person Jerry Bailey have concluded after successfully locating him with combined efforts of Shenandoah National Park and Virginia Department of Emergency Management. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/search-concluded.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/bailey-search-underway.htm Fri, 01 Sep 2023 10:15:00 EST A search is underway in Shenandoah National Park for Jerry Bailey. Mr. Bailey was reported missing to Shenandoah National Park Rangers early September 1, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/bailey-search-underway.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/tourism-to-shenandoah-national-park.htm Thu, 31 Aug 2023 10:30:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 1.4 million visitors to Shenandoah National Park in 2022 spent $104 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 1,240 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $145 million. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/tourism-to-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/snp-temporarily-suspends-fishing.htm Thu, 31 Aug 2023 08:25:00 EST Effective immediately, Shenandoah National Park’s streams and rivers are closed to fishing due to low stream flows and high water temperatures. This closure is being implemented to ensure the long term health of the fish populations in the park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/snp-temporarily-suspends-fishing.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-and-national-highway-traffic-safety-administration-remind-drivers-drive-sober-or-get-pulled-over.htm Mon, 21 Aug 2023 10:00:00 EST During the Labor Day holiday period, including the end of summertime and the busy holiday weekend, Shenandoah National Park law enforcement will be working with National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to decrease impaired driving. From August 18 through September 4, the Park will be participating in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over high-visibility enforcement period. During this time, you’ll see rangers at designated checkpoints along Skyline Drive to take drunk drivers off the roads. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-and-national-highway-traffic-safety-administration-remind-drivers-drive-sober-or-get-pulled-over.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/night-sky-festival-2023.htm Thu, 27 Jul 2023 05:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will celebrate the annual Night Sky Festival, August 11-13, 2023. Featured speakers, including amateur astronomers, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Solar System Ambassadors, and a veteran NASA astronaut, will present on topics ranging from asteroid defense to the largest known impact crater in the United States. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/night-sky-festival-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-public-comment-period-for-new-backcountry-camping-permit-system.htm Tue, 06 Jun 2023 05:01:00 EST Shenandoah National Park announced a process for public input on its proposed backcountry camping permitting system during a virtual public meeting last night. The public comment period is open through July 6. Park managers will evaluate the public comments and develop a plan for implementation. The new process will be implemented in 2024. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-public-comment-period-for-new-backcountry-camping-permit-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/05262023_bc_permits_mtg.htm Fri, 26 May 2023 10:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will host a virtual public meeting June 6, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. to provide information about the implementation of a new backcountry camping permitting system. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/05262023_bc_permits_mtg.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/zevallos-search-suspended.htm Sun, 21 May 2023 10:00:00 EST Based on a preliminary identification of remains found Sunday, May 21, 2023, the search for Mateo Cobo Zevallos conducted by Shenandoah National Park with support from Virginia Department of Emergency Management has been suspended. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/zevallos-search-suspended.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/05192023_zevallos.htm Fri, 19 May 2023 08:30:00 EST A search is underway in Shenandoah National Park for Mateo Cobo Zevallos. Mr. Zevallos was reported missing to Fairfax County Police May 9, 2023. His vehicle was discovered in the park Tuesday, May 16. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/05192023_zevallos.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/05182023_tanners.htm Thu, 18 May 2023 11:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park officially commemorated the 2022 donation of nearly 1,000 acres of land from the Shenandoah National Park Trust. The historic donation is the result of a collaboration with partners from local, state, and national levels. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/05182023_tanners.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/04192023_wildflower.htm Tue, 18 Apr 2023 14:34:00 EST Spring wildflowers and art will be celebrated during Shenandoah National Park's 37th annual Wildflower Weekend, May 6-7, 2023. Guided hikes and programs will focus on the diversity and importance of not only hundreds of species of flowering plants that are protected by the park, but other seasonal changes as well. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/04192023_wildflower.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/04172023_air.htm Mon, 17 Apr 2023 12:10:00 EST Shenandoah National Park has selected five artists for its annual Artist-in-Residence program. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/04172023_air.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/04072023_jr_ranger_day.htm Fri, 07 Apr 2023 11:30:00 EST To kick off National Park Week, Shenandoah will celebrate Junior Ranger Day on April 22, 2023. Kids of all ages are invited to become a Junior Ranger and participate in interactive, family friendly programs on this fee-free day. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/04072023_jr_ranger_day.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/04032023_public_meeting.htm Mon, 03 Apr 2023 13:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will host a virtual public meeting April 17, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. to share analysis of the data collected during the Old Rag pilot program https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/04032023_public_meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/national-park-service-publishes-two-historical-studies-surfacing-tragedy-and-resilience-in-black-recreation.htm Mon, 03 Apr 2023 07:30:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) and partner historians presented their findings from the African American Outdoor Recreation and Segregation in Virginia Parks, 1916-1965 studies on March 31 at the Organization of American Historians conference in Los Angeles. These two studies, which examine histories of institutional segregation, loss and tragedy, but also of joy and resilience associated with African American outdoor recreation, anchored the panel's discussion on how the stories of recreational sites can enrich public understandings of racial segregation and Black freedom struggles in America’s past and present. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/national-park-service-publishes-two-historical-studies-surfacing-tragedy-and-resilience-in-black-recreation.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/03242023_rapidanfire.htm Fri, 24 Mar 2023 09:51:00 EST Several Big Meadows area trails and Rapidan Road remain closed today while crews continue to work on the remnants of a wildfire that started Thursday afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/03242023_rapidanfire.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/02012023_old_rag.htm Wed, 01 Feb 2023 05:30:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will reinstate its Old Rag pilot program March 1, 2023. Shenandoah began the program last year to test a ticketing system intended to address crowding and congestion. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/02012023_old_rag.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/01272023_yac.htm Fri, 27 Jan 2023 08:00:00 EST The combination of native spring wildflowers and youth creativity is being encouraged through Shenandoah National Park’s “Youth Wildflower Art Contest.” This annual art contest will once again be held through online submissions, but with a new twist ~ it is statewide! https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/01272023_yac.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/01062023_ice.htm Fri, 06 Jan 2023 09:30:00 EST Following weeks of damage assessments and debris removal, park crews have worked diligently to restore visitor access to as many areas of the park as possible. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/01062023_ice.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/01032023_missing.htm Tue, 03 Jan 2023 07:24:00 EST Based on a preliminary identification of remains found Monday, January 2, 2023 by Shenandoah National Park and Virginia Department of Emergency Management staff, the investigation into missing person James Alan Cattley has been suspended. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/01032023_missing.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/12212022_cattley.htm Wed, 21 Dec 2022 08:44:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is investigating a missing person report for James Alan Cattley. Mr. Cattley was reported missing on December 12. His vehicle was discovered in the park December 15. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/12212022_cattley.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/12-05-22-air.htm Mon, 05 Dec 2022 04:33:00 EST Artists are encouraged to apply for the 2023 Artist-in-Residence program at Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/12-05-22-air.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/12-01-22-old-rag.htm Thu, 01 Dec 2022 09:00:00 EST The requirement for a day-use ticket at Old Rag ended November 30, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/12-01-22-old-rag.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/11152022_montez.htm Tue, 15 Nov 2022 11:35:00 EST Superintendent Patrick Kenney has announced that Raquel Montez will be the next deputy superintendent of Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/11152022_montez.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2022-11-02-webcams.htm Wed, 02 Nov 2022 08:13:00 EST Shenandoah National Park’s webcams have long been one of its most popular web features. The Park has recently launched two new webcams that will enhance webcam viewers’ experience. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2022-11-02-webcams.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2022-10-25-veterans-day.htm Thu, 27 Oct 2022 13:01:00 EST Shenandoah National Park has announced plans for their 2022 Veterans Day observance. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2022-10-25-veterans-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-artist-in-residence-to-present-public-programs.htm Fri, 21 Oct 2022 07:27:00 EST Shenandoah National Park Artist-in-Residence Carl Johnson will present two public programs during his residency, one on October 28 and the second one on October 31. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-artist-in-residence-to-present-public-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-launches-alert-system.htm Thu, 13 Oct 2022 07:17:00 EST Shenandoah National Park Superintendent Pat Kenney announced that the Park now has a new option for visitors to track campground site availability, Skyline Drive status and other important safety alerts via text. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-launches-alert-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/mask-update-august-2022.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2022 07:52:00 EST Following National Park Service policy and CDC guidance, masks must be worn in all Shenandoah National Park buildings, effective Monday, August 22, 2022. This change is in response to high transmission rates in the area of the park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/mask-update-august-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/plein-as-day.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2022 07:46:00 EST Shenandoah National Park Artist-in-Residence Ken Michael Heyman will hold a plein air painting drop-in event at Jewell Hollow Overlook on Saturday, August 27, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/plein-as-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-the-artists-selected-for-the-2022-artist-in-residence-program.htm Mon, 09 May 2022 09:27:00 EST Shenandoah National Park has selected five artists for its annual Artist-in-Residence program. The program gives artists of all types an opportunity to creatively explore Shenandoah’s natural and cultural resources and pursue their artistic discipline. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-the-artists-selected-for-the-2022-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/visiting-old-rag-mountain-in-shenandoah-national-park-now-requires-day-use-tickets.htm Sat, 26 Feb 2022 12:05:00 EST As of March 1, 2022 visitors to the Old Rag area of Shenandoah National Park must have a day-use ticket in addition to their entrance pass. The requirement is part of a pilot program to reduce impacts to natural resources and improve the visitor experience. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/visiting-old-rag-mountain-in-shenandoah-national-park-now-requires-day-use-tickets.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2022-01-31-old-rag-ticket-release.htm Mon, 31 Jan 2022 05:10:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is implementing a pilot project to manage visitor use on Old Rag Mountain to reduce impacts to natural resources and to improve visitor experience. Day-use tickets for Old Rag Mountain will become available Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. EST. Tickets can be purchased up to 30 days in advance. Beginning March 1, 2022 all visitors to Old Rag must have a day-use ticket in addition to a Park entrance pass. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2022-01-31-old-rag-ticket-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2022-01-21-old-rag-day-use-ticket.htm Fri, 21 Jan 2022 04:38:00 EST Starting March 1, 2022 hikers who wish to use trails in the Old Rag area (Saddle, Ridge, and Ridge Access) will need to obtain a day-use ticket in advance for visits March through November. Ticket availability will be limited to 800 per day. During the one-year pilot, tickets will be $1. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2022-01-21-old-rag-day-use-ticket.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2021-12-09-artist-in-residence.htm Thu, 09 Dec 2021 04:00:00 EST Applications are now open for the 2022 Artist-in-Residence program at Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2021-12-09-artist-in-residence.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2021-12-08-fee-changes.htm Wed, 08 Dec 2021 07:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will implement changes to the Park's fees after reviewing public comments on its proposal to increase or establish new fees for three recreational activities: camping in established campgrounds, hiking Old Rag, and backcountry camping. The proposal does not include an increase in entrance fees and focuses only on specific user fees. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2021-12-08-fee-changes.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/veterans-day-2021.htm Wed, 10 Nov 2021 07:27:00 EST The National Park Service will commemorate Veterans Day on Thursday, Nov. 11, with special events and free admission to national parks for everyone. In support of the Joining Forces initiative, the NPS also recently launched a new interactive map on NPS.gov highlighting national parks near Department of Defense and Veterans Administration facilities nationwide. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/veterans-day-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2021-11-04-fly-fishing-special-event.htm Thu, 04 Nov 2021 06:38:00 EST Join Shenandoah National Park and Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc in honoring Veteran’s Day with a special event on Thursday, November 11, 2021, at Byrd Visitor Center, mile 51 on Skyline Drive. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and is open to the public. All programs are free and November is a fee-free day for all. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2021-11-04-fly-fishing-special-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-temporarily-suspends-fishing.htm Fri, 20 Aug 2021 08:00:00 EST Effective immediately, Shenandoah National Park’s streams and rivers are closed to fishing due to low stream flows and high water temperatures. Despite the recent rainfall, streams and groundwater conditions have not recovered sufficiently. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-temporarily-suspends-fishing.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-seeks-feedback-on-proposed-user-fees-increase.htm Tue, 17 Aug 2021 05:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is seeking feedback on proposed fee increases to be implemented over the next two years. This proposal does not include an increase in entrance fees and focuses only on specific user fees. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-seeks-feedback-on-proposed-user-fees-increase.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/search-continues-in-shenandoah-national-park-july-2021.htm Thu, 22 Jul 2021 10:30:00 EST The search for 55 year-old Julia Christine Devlin which began Saturday, July 17 continues in Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/search-continues-in-shenandoah-national-park-july-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/search-underway-in-shenandoah-national-park-july2021.htm Tue, 20 Jul 2021 12:10:00 EST Shenandoah National Park personnel, along with the Virginia Department of Emergency Management and the Albemarle Sheriff’s office are conducting a search for a missing person. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/search-underway-in-shenandoah-national-park-july2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-nancy-hershberger-for-the-may-artist-in-residence-program.htm Fri, 30 Apr 2021 06:46:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is pleased to announce the selection of Nancy Hershberger, a fiber artist, as the May Artist-in-Residence. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-nancy-hershberger-for-the-may-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-virtual-wildflower-art-contest-for-local-youths.htm Fri, 30 Apr 2021 04:52:00 EST Shenandoah National Park’s annual “Youth Art in the Park” wildflower art contest has a new twist this year ~ it’s gone virtual! Instead of mailing artwork to the park as in previous years, young artists will upload their entries to an internet platform. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-virtual-wildflower-art-contest-for-local-youths.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/environmental-assessment-of-meadow-run-watershed-restoration-project-in-shenandoah-national-park-finds-no-significant-impact.htm Thu, 29 Apr 2021 09:31:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of a proposal to restore the Meadow Run watershed in Shenandoah National Park, northeast of Crimora, Virginia (see map). Decades of acid rain from regional air pollution has affected soil and water quality in this watershed resulting in negative impacts to aquatic species and overall forest health. Meadow Run is listed as pH - impaired (acid-impaired) under Section303d of the Clean Water Act. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/environmental-assessment-of-meadow-run-watershed-restoration-project-in-shenandoah-national-park-finds-no-significant-impact.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-search-suspended.htm Mon, 26 Apr 2021 09:04:00 EST Based on a preliminary identification of remains found Monday, April 26, 2021, the search for Ty Sauer conducted by Shenandoah National Park with support from Virginia Department of Emergency Management has been suspended. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-search-suspended.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/search-continues-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Sun, 25 Apr 2021 04:09:00 EST The search for Ty Sauer continues in Shenandoah National Park. Teams will return to the area of highest probability today. Please see the updated flyer for new information. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/search-continues-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/search-underway-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Fri, 23 Apr 2021 06:36:00 EST Shenandoah National Park personnel are conducting a search for a missing person. Ty Sauer, 18 of New Jersey was last seen on the evening of April 22 near mile 35 on Skyline Drive. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/search-underway-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-plans-prescribed-burn-april-6.htm Sun, 04 Apr 2021 21:15:00 EST Fire managers at Shenandoah National Park plan to burn approximately 50 acres of Big Meadows sometime between March 29 and April 22, 2021, weather permitting. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-plans-prescribed-burn-april-6.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2021-03-24-spring-opening.htm Wed, 24 Mar 2021 03:12:00 EST Facilities in Shenandoah National Park are beginning to open for 2021 and will continue to open throughout the spring. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2021-03-24-spring-opening.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2021-02-04-mask-requirement.htm Thu, 04 Feb 2021 08:45:00 EST To protect the health of those who live, work, and visit national parks and National Park Service (NPS) facilities, and in support of President Biden’s Executive Order on Protecting the Federal Workforce and Requiring Mask-Wearing, NPS is immediately implementing a mask requirement for employees, visitors, partners and contractors. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2021-02-04-mask-requirement.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/public-invited-to-provide-input-on-the-meadow-run-watershed-restoration-project-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Fri, 29 Jan 2021 02:47:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) would like your input on a proposal to restore the Meadow Run watershed in the south district of Shenandoah National Park, northeast of Crimora, Virginia. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/public-invited-to-provide-input-on-the-meadow-run-watershed-restoration-project-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-fee-free-days-in-2021.htm Thu, 14 Jan 2021 06:32:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will waive its entrance fees on seven days in 2021. Six of the days celebrate significant national events and all national parks will waive their entrance fees on those days. The seventh day, Neighbor Appreciation Day, is a special fee-free day for Shenandoah National Park alone. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-fee-free-days-in-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2021-shenandoah-national-park-artist-in-residence-applications-available.htm Wed, 30 Dec 2020 06:24:00 EST Artists are encouraged to apply for the 2021 Artist-in-Residence program at Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2021-shenandoah-national-park-artist-in-residence-applications-available.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-issues-hiking-safety-tips.htm Tue, 17 Nov 2020 12:52:00 EST Shenandoah National Park continues to experience an increase in emergency calls, prompting park officials to remind visitors of the need to plan their hiking trips and be prepared. This is especially important during the upcoming colder months when weather is more unpredictable and can be dangerous at higher elevations. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-issues-hiking-safety-tips.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-issues-travel-tips-for-october.htm Fri, 09 Oct 2020 07:15:00 EST To help visitors plan their trips to the Park during this popular time, Park officials have issued some tips to help make your experience better. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-issues-travel-tips-for-october.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/september-2020-air.htm Thu, 10 Sep 2020 11:27:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is pleased to announce the selection of two artists during September for the Artist-in-Residence program. Harlan Butt is a metalsmith and Paul Chojnowski creates fire drawings. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/september-2020-air.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/update-on-plane-crash-and-trail-closures-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Fri, 04 Sep 2020 07:47:00 EST Shenandoah National Park has learned that that the man who passed away in the plane crash near the Buck Hollow Trail in Rappahannock County is 35-year old Nicolas Hellewell from San Luis Obispo, California. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/update-on-plane-crash-and-trail-closures-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/plane-crash.htm Thu, 03 Sep 2020 07:57:00 EST On September 2, 2020 at 11:14 a.m., the Shenandoah National Park Communications Center received a report that the wreckage of a plane crash had been found approximately 0.75 mile down the Buck Hollow Trail from Skyline Drive in the Central District of Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/plane-crash.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/kenney-super.htm Wed, 05 Aug 2020 08:00:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) Regional Director Gay Vietzke has named Patrick Kenney as the new superintendent of Shenandoah National Park and Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/kenney-super.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/second-lady-karen-pence-highlights-mental-health-awareness-at-shenandoah-national-park.htm Thu, 16 Jul 2020 10:06:00 EST Shenandoah National Park- Today, Second Lady Karen Pence, joined by Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt, visited Shenandoah National Park to talk about the many mental health benefits the outdoors offer and the important work of National Park Service employees as America reopens. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/second-lady-karen-pence-highlights-mental-health-awareness-at-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-campgrounds-are-open-at-full-capacity.htm Wed, 15 Jul 2020 10:10:00 EST Shenandoah National Park campgrounds are now open at full capacity and additional sites have been made available for reservation at Mathews Arm, Big Meadows, Loft Mountain and Dundo campgrounds. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-campgrounds-are-open-at-full-capacity.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-jennifer-manzella-for-the-july-artist-in-residence-program.htm Fri, 10 Jul 2020 10:14:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is pleased to announce the selection of Jennifer Manzella, a printmaker, as the July Artist-in-Residence. Because of Jennifer’s experience living in a variety of environments, including several major northeast cities and thru- hiking the entire Appalachian Trail in 2003, she finds that the focus of her prints is about observing landscape, land use and the conflict within those places. What is noticed when moving through a landscape or place is important for her and she make images based on that experience. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-jennifer-manzella-for-the-july-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-begins-accepting-campground-reservations-for-2020-season.htm Mon, 22 Jun 2020 10:17:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will begin accepting campground reservations for the 2020 season on June 24, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-begins-accepting-campground-reservations-for-2020-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/tourism-to-shenandoah-national-park-creates-129-million-in-economic-benefits.htm Thu, 18 Jun 2020 09:25:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 1.4 million visitors to Shenandoah National Park in 2019 spent $96.7 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 1,190 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $129 million. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/tourism-to-shenandoah-national-park-creates-129-million-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-is-increasing-recreational-access.htm Tue, 09 Jun 2020 06:47:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Shenandoah National Park is increasing recreational access and services. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-is-increasing-recreational-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access-to-skyline-drive-and-park-trails.htm Thu, 21 May 2020 04:08:00 EST Beginning Saturday, May 23 at 8:00 a.m., Shenandoah National Park will reopen access to the following areas for day-use only. Following May 23, open hours will be from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.: https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access-to-skyline-drive-and-park-trails.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-will-temporarily-close.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2020 12:39:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) received a letter from the Rappahannock Rapidan Health District of the Virginia Department of Health recommending the full closure of Shenandoah National Park. Upon receiving this request from the health department, Superintendent Jennifer Flynn, with the support of the NPS Deputy Director, Operations, David Vela and Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt, made the decision to immediately close the park until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-will-temporarily-close.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-is-further-modifying-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm Sat, 04 Apr 2020 12:46:00 EST Shenandoah National Park, in response to guidance from Virginia Department of Health, is announcing additional modifications to operations which support federal, state, local and the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention’s (CDC) efforts to promote social distancing and slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-is-further-modifying-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-additional-modifications-to-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2020 12:55:00 EST Shenandoah National Park, in response to guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Virginia Department of Health, is announcing additional modifications to operations to support federal, state, and local efforts to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-additional-modifications-to-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/trails-re-open-following-containment-of-furnace-mountain-fire-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Sun, 08 Mar 2020 05:31:00 EST The Furnace Mountain Trail, Trayfoot Mountain Trail and Madison Run Fire Road have re-opened following the containment of the Furnace Mountain Fire in Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/trails-re-open-following-containment-of-furnace-mountain-fire-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/furnace-mountain-fire-forces-trail-closures-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Fri, 06 Mar 2020 05:38:00 EST At approximately 4:00 pm on March 6, 2020, park communications was notified that a fire had been detected in the Furnace Mountain area of the park’s South District, approximately four miles east of Grottoes, Virginia. Trail closures in effect are Furnace Mountain Trail, Trayfoot Mountain Trail and Madison Run Fire Road. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/furnace-mountain-fire-forces-trail-closures-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-youth-art-contest.htm Mon, 13 Jan 2020 11:05:00 EST Local children and teens who like art and wildflowers will have a chance to combine both in Shenandoah National Park’s annual “Youth Art in the Park” wildflower art contest. The contest is held in conjunction with the park’s annual Wildflower Weekend May 9-10, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-youth-art-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-programs-will-thrive-in-2020-due-to-generous-support-from-the-shenandoah-national-park-trust.htm Wed, 11 Dec 2019 08:16:00 EST : In 2020, The Shenandoah National Park Trust aims to raise funds to support programs and projects in Shenandoah National Park totaling nearly $1 million. Their generous support will make an enormous positive impact on the park for years to come. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-programs-will-thrive-in-2020-due-to-generous-support-from-the-shenandoah-national-park-trust.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-six-free-entrance-days-for-2020.htm Fri, 22 Nov 2019 11:22:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will waive its entrance fees on six days in 2020. Five of the days celebrate significant national events and all national parks will waive their entrance fees on those days. The sixth day (Neighbor Appreciation Day) offers free admission to Shenandoah National Park only. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-six-free-entrance-days-for-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2020-shenandoah-national-park-artist-in-residence-applications-available.htm Thu, 14 Nov 2019 08:50:00 EST Artists are encouraged to apply for the 2020 Artist-in-Residence Program at Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/2020-shenandoah-national-park-artist-in-residence-applications-available.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-jerry-ginsberg-for-the-october-artist-in-residence-program.htm Fri, 04 Oct 2019 09:06:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is pleased to announce the selection of Jerry Ginsberg as the October Artist-in-Residence. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-jerry-ginsberg-for-the-october-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-special-events-on-fee-free-national-public-lands-day.htm Thu, 19 Sep 2019 11:18:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will celebrate the 86th Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Reunion and host a volunteer event on National Public Lands Day, September 28, 2019. Entrance fees to the park will be waived on this special day. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-special-events-on-fee-free-national-public-lands-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-temporary-closure-of-whiteoak-canyon-parking-area-on-route-600-in-madison-county.htm Mon, 02 Sep 2019 11:06:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will temporarily close the Whiteoak Canyon parking area on Route 600 in Madison County beginning September 16, 2019. The closure will remain in effect for approximately four weeks while a new bridge is being constructed. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-temporary-closure-of-whiteoak-canyon-parking-area-on-route-600-in-madison-county.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-wilderness-2019.htm Thu, 22 Aug 2019 09:07:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will honor America’s wilderness heritage during its 19th annual Wilderness Weekend, September 7, 2019. Special events and programs will take place throughout the day. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-wilderness-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-reopening-of-big-meadows-wayside.htm Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:49:00 EST Shenandoah National Park Superintendent Jennifer Flynn is pleased to announce the reopening of Big Meadows Wayside at mile 51 on Skyline Drive. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-reopening-of-big-meadows-wayside.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-katherine-mann-for-the-august-artist-in-residence-program.htm Thu, 08 Aug 2019 07:13:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is pleased to announce the selection of Katherine Mann as the August Artist-in-Residence. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-katherine-mann-for-the-august-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-presents-fourth-annual-night-sky-festival.htm Tue, 30 Jul 2019 12:11:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will conduct its Fourth Annual Night Sky Festival from August 9 to 11, 2019. Rangers and guest speakers will present a variety of programs at sites throughout the park focusing on space, celestial objects, and the importance of dark night skies. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-presents-fourth-annual-night-sky-festival.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-lisa-lebofsky-for-the-july-artist-in-residence-program.htm Mon, 08 Jul 2019 10:07:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is pleased to announce the selection of Lisa Lebofsky as the July Artist-in-Residence. Lisa is a nomadic plein air painter, collaborating with nature and people. Lisa finds inspiration by traveling extensively, often to remote parts of the world, in order to immerse herself in different environments and cultures. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-lisa-lebofsky-for-the-july-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-temporarily-closes-camping-sites-at-blackrock.htm Sun, 30 Jun 2019 10:17:00 EST Due to a recent incident where a bear tried to obtain a backpack inside a tent in a camping site at the Blackrock Hut/Shelter, off of the Appalachian Trail (AT) between Blackrock Summit Parking Area and Blackrock Gap (mile 84.8 and 87.0 on Skyline Drive), Shenandoah National Park has temporarily closed the eight designated campsites surrounding the shelter to overnight camping to minimize the potential for human-bear conflicts. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-temporarily-closes-camping-sites-at-blackrock.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-construction-begins-on-a-new-parking-lot-for-old-rag-mountain-area-trails.htm Fri, 07 Jun 2019 08:41:00 EST Shenandoah National Park announces the groundbreaking of a new parking lot for the Old Rag Mountain and Nicholson Hollow area trails. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-construction-begins-on-a-new-parking-lot-for-old-rag-mountain-area-trails.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/tourism-to-shenandoah-national-park-creates-116-million-in-economic-benefits.htm Tue, 04 Jun 2019 10:43:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 1.26 million visitors to Shenandoah National Park in 2018 spent $87 million in communities near the park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/tourism-to-shenandoah-national-park-creates-116-million-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/one-tract.htm Wed, 22 May 2019 06:01:00 EST Park Superintendent Jennifer Flynn is pleased to announce the release of “Exploring Shenandoah National Park History – One Tract at a Time (EPH)”.  This new web-based interactive map provides the public with historic land tract boundaries “linked” to information about the tract including land ownership, acreage, houses, structures and land use. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/one-tract.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-julie-elkins-for-the-may-artist-in-residence-program.htm Sun, 05 May 2019 07:20:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is pleased to announce the selection of Julie Elkins as the May Artist-in-Residence. Park visitors are invited to join Julie for public demonstrations during Wildflower Weekend on Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Byrd Visitor Center (mile 51 on Skyline Drive). The public presentations are suitable for visitors of all ages. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-julie-elkins-for-the-may-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-wildflower-weekend-2019.htm Sat, 04 May 2019 07:29:00 EST Native spring wildflowers and nature art will be celebrated during Shenandoah National Park's 33rd annual Wildflower Weekend, May 11-12, 2019. Special hikes and programs will focus on the diversity and importance of hundreds of species of flowering plants that are protected by the park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-wildflower-weekend-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-american-geoscientists-institute-team-up-to-create-air-quality-interactive.htm Sun, 28 Apr 2019 08:09:00 EST Clean air is vitally important for Shenandoah National Park ― and now you can learn more about its connection to the park through an interactive “Virtual Field Trip” launched today by the National Park Service in partnership with the American Geosciences Institute (AGI). https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-american-geoscientists-institute-team-up-to-create-air-quality-interactive.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-plans-prescribed-burn_2019.htm Fri, 22 Mar 2019 12:27:00 EST Shenandoah National Park Fire Managers plan to burn approximately 90 acres of Big Meadows sometime between March 25 and mid-April, weather permitting. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-plans-prescribed-burn_2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-seeks-youth-for-summer-youth-corps-program.htm Mon, 25 Feb 2019 06:55:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is seeking applicants for its summer Shenandoah Youth Corps (SYC) program. This program provides youth, ages 16-18, a hands-on and educational experience in the conservation of the park’s natural and cultural heritage. SYC participants work to maintain park trails, roads, buildings and campgrounds while learning about Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-seeks-youth-for-summer-youth-corps-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-launches-official-app.htm Fri, 15 Feb 2019 07:09:00 EST Shenandoah National Park Superintendent Jennifer Flynn has announced the launch of the park’s official app, NPS Shenandoah. The free app, available in both Apple’s iOS and Android platforms is designed to give visitors a digital tool for exploring Shenandoah. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-launches-official-app.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-youth-art-contest-for-wildflower-weekend.htm Thu, 07 Feb 2019 09:31:00 EST Local children and teens who like art and wildflowers will have a chance to combine both in Shenandoah National Park’s annual “Youth Art in the Park” wildflower art contest. The contest is held in conjunction with the park’s annual Wildflower Weekend May 11-12, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-youth-art-contest-for-wildflower-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-artist-in-residence-applications-available.htm Wed, 05 Dec 2018 10:52:00 EST Artists are encouraged to apply for the 2019 Artist-in-Residence Program at Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-artist-in-residence-applications-available.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-temporary-trail-closures-during-final-phase-of-jones-mountain-cabin-restoration-project.htm Tue, 23 Oct 2018 10:09:00 EST Shenandoah National Park managers will temporarily close the trails leading to Jones Mountain Cabin (see map for closure area) to all hiking and backcountry use during the final phase of operations associated with the restoration of the historic cabin. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-temporary-trail-closures-during-final-phase-of-jones-mountain-cabin-restoration-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-presents-crowdsourced-then-and-now-photo-gallery.htm Sun, 21 Oct 2018 09:28:00 EST In 2016, to celebrate the centennial of the National Park Service, Shenandoah National Park asked local photographers to investigate the forces of change in the Park by reshooting a series of historic photographs. The result is a stunning glimpse into how the Park has changed and how it has remained the same since its establishment. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-presents-crowdsourced-then-and-now-photo-gallery.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-lisa-walsh-for-the-october-artist-in-residence-program.htm Sun, 14 Oct 2018 08:38:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is pleased to announce the selection of Lisa Walsh as the October Artist-in-Residence. Lisa does metalwork, including jewelry designs in etched copper and enamel representing elevation contours. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-lisa-walsh-for-the-october-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/limited-parking-in-the-whiteoak-canyon-boundary-parking-area-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Fri, 28 Sep 2018 11:41:00 EST The bridge at the Whiteoak Canyon boundary parking area remains closed. It was severely damaged during heavy rains earlier this summer. Cars are not able to cross the bridge, thus, parking is restricted to the lower lot and is extremely limited. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/limited-parking-in-the-whiteoak-canyon-boundary-parking-area-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/special-events-for-the-fee-free-national-public-lands-day-2018.htm Fri, 14 Sep 2018 12:45:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will host several special events to commemorate the 25th National Public Lands Day on September 22, 2018. Entrance fees to the park will be waived on this special day. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/special-events-for-the-fee-free-national-public-lands-day-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-schedule-for-reopening.htm Fri, 14 Sep 2018 03:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park has announced a phased reopening of Skyline Drive, facilities, and the backcountry after its closure due to Hurricane Florence. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-schedule-for-reopening.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-closure-due-to-hurricane-florence.htm Tue, 11 Sep 2018 07:25:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will close at noon on Thursday, September 13 in anticipation of severe weather associated with Hurricane Florence. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-closure-due-to-hurricane-florence.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-wilderness-in-2018.htm Fri, 31 Aug 2018 11:12:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will honor America’s wilderness heritage during its 18 th annual Wilderness Weekend, September 8 – 9, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-wilderness-in-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/temporary-trail-closures-during-jones-mountain-cabin-restoration-project.htm Tue, 14 Aug 2018 08:45:00 EST Shenandoah National Park managers will temporarily close the trails leading to Jones Mountain Cabin (see map for closure area) to all hiking and backcountry use during two phases of operations associated with the restoration of the historic cabin. Since the cabin is located in a remote area, a team of mules will be used to deliver and retrieve materials between the cabin and the parking area at the Graves Mill trailhead (off of Route 662 in Madison County). https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/temporary-trail-closures-during-jones-mountain-cabin-restoration-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-elizabeth-popp-for-the-august-artist-in-residence-program.htm Fri, 10 Aug 2018 08:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is pleased to announce the selection of Elizabeth (Betsy) Popp as the August Artist-in-Residence. Betsy is a painter who works in a variety of mediums including oil, pencil, pastel and acrylic. Her subject matter revolves around nature and landscapes as well as animals and birds. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-elizabeth-popp-for-the-august-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/news-release-night-sky-festival.htm Tue, 31 Jul 2018 06:20:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will celebrate our connection to the universe during the third annual Night Sky Festival August 10-12, 2018. Park rangers, NASA Solar System Ambassadors, amateur astronomers and a veteran NASA astronaut will be on hand to encourage visitors to value dark skies through a variety of special programs and activities. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/news-release-night-sky-festival.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-malia-furtado-for-the-july-artist-in-residence-program.htm Mon, 16 Jul 2018 11:55:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is pleased to announce the selection of Malia Furtado as the July Artist-in-Residence. Malia is a bluegrass fiddler born and raised in the northern end of the Shenandoah Valley and her artistic formation is steeped in the traditional music of the Appalachian Mountains. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-malia-furtado-for-the-july-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-a-fee-free-day-on-june-16-2018-in-honor-of-park-neighbor-day.htm Fri, 01 Jun 2018 13:08:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will waive entrance fees for all park visitors on Saturday, June 16 in honor of Park Neighbor Day, an annual event held on the third Saturday of June to honor our neighbors who live in the counties and gateway communities surrounding the Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-a-fee-free-day-on-june-16-2018-in-honor-of-park-neighbor-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-2018-seminar-series.htm Thu, 17 May 2018 07:46:00 EST The Shenandoah National Park Association is sponsoring the 2018 Resource Seminars in Shenandoah National Park. These seminars provide participants with the opportunity to get to know their national park a little more personally through in-depth, hands-on experiences. This year there are five seminars that feature Shenandoah National Park as a place for inspiration, recreation, and renewal. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-2018-seminar-series.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-kids-to-parks-day.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2018 06:00:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will celebrate Kids to Parks Day on Saturday, May 19, 2018. Activities will take place at Dickey Ridge Visitor Center (mile 4.6 Skyline Drive), Byrd Visitor Center (mile 51) and the Big Meadows Amphitheater (mile 51). A full day of events is planned to get visitors up close and personal with nature. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-kids-to-parks-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/tourism-to-shenandoah-national-park-creates-95-8-million-in-economic-benefits.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2018 05:40:00 EST Report shows visitor spending supports 1,204 jobs in local economy. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/tourism-to-shenandoah-national-park-creates-95-8-million-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-wildflower-weekend.htm Tue, 24 Apr 2018 06:45:00 EST Native spring wildflowers and children’s creativity will be celebrated during Shenandoah National Park's 32nd annual Wildflower Weekend, May 5-6, 2018. Special hikes and programs will focus on the diversity and value of hundreds of species of flowering plants that are protected by the park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-wildflower-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/entrance-fee-changes.htm Fri, 13 Apr 2018 09:38:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announced today that Shenandoah National Park will modify its entrance fees beginning June 1, 2018 to provide additional funding for infrastructure and maintenance needs that enhance the visitor experience. Effective June 1, 2018 the park entrance fee will be $30 per vehicle, $25 per motorcycle and $15 per person. These fees are good for 7 days. An annual park pass will cost $55. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/entrance-fee-changes.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-week.htm Wed, 04 Apr 2018 09:25:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will host special events to celebrate National Park Week from April 21 to April 29, 2018. Entrance fees will be waived at all National Park Service sites, including Shenandoah, on April 21. Join us for ranger programs, presentations, ranger led hikes, and our annual Junior Ranger Day. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/prescribed-burn.htm Wed, 04 Apr 2018 09:08:00 EST Shenandoah National Park Fire Managers plan to burn 33 acres of Big Meadows sometime between April 16 and May 31, 2018, weather permitting. A portion of Big Meadows (milepost 51), the open area across from Byrd Visitor Center, is burned each year for the purpose of maintaining the open vista by preventing encroachment by trees and shrubs. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/prescribed-burn.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-seeks-youth-for-summer-conservation-corps-program.htm Wed, 14 Mar 2018 08:18:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is seeking applicants for its summer youth program. This program provides youth, ages 16-18, a hands-on and educational experience in the conservation of the park’s natural and cultural heritage. Youth participants work to maintain park trails, roads, buildings and campgrounds while learning about Shenandoah National Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-seeks-youth-for-summer-conservation-corps-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-spring-opening-dates.htm Fri, 23 Feb 2018 06:04:00 EST Facilities in Shenandoah National Park will begin opening in March and will continue to open throughout the spring. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-spring-opening-dates.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-honors-ten-years-of-support-from-the-shenandoah-national-park-trust.htm Thu, 22 Feb 2018 05:47:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is happy to honor its philanthropic partner, the Shenandoah National Park Trust, and highlight the tremendous support it has received during its 10-year partnership. Generous funding by the Shenandoah National Park Trust has enabled Shenandoah National Park to launch new programs and strengthen existing programs. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-honors-ten-years-of-support-from-the-shenandoah-national-park-trust.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/youth-art-contest-for-wildflower-weekend-at-shenandoah-national-park.htm Wed, 21 Feb 2018 10:49:00 EST Local children and teens who like art and wildflowers will have a chance to combine both in Shenandoah National Park’s annual “Youth Art in the Park” wildflower art contest. The contest is held in conjunction with the Park’s annual Wildflower Weekend May 5-6, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/youth-art-contest-for-wildflower-weekend-at-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/ash-tree-die-off-is-focus-of-2018-research-grant-awarded-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Wed, 10 Jan 2018 08:47:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is pleased to award the 2018 Shenandoah National Park Trust Research Grant to a team from the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute. The project will look at forest changes related to the invasive emerald ash borer (EAB), which kills more than 99% of the ash trees it inhabits. Forests in Shenandoah National Park (SNP) and the surrounding region are already being impacted by this forest pest. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/ash-tree-die-off-is-focus-of-2018-research-grant-awarded-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-to-offer-free-admission-on-four-days-in-2018.htm Thu, 21 Dec 2017 08:52:00 EST The National Park Service announced that the public will be invited to experience all national parks, including Shenandoah National Park, without entrance fees, on four days in 2018. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-to-offer-free-admission-on-four-days-in-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-launch-of-curriculum-on-park-establishment.htm Tue, 12 Dec 2017 06:32:00 EST Park Superintendent Jennifer Flynn is pleased to announce the release of “The Spirit of the Mountain,” a new web-based interactive curriculum designed to tell the complex story of the Park’s establishment and its effect on the local region. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-launch-of-curriculum-on-park-establishment.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-features-water-quality-on-national-public-lands-day.htm Tue, 12 Sep 2017 05:07:00 EST Water quality will be the focus of the 24th National Public Lands Day volunteer event in Shenandoah National Park. National Public Lands Day is the nation's largest, single-day volunteer effort for public lands. Shenandoah’s event will be held Saturday, September 30, 2017, at Byrd Visitor Center, mile 51 on Skyline Drive. The event begins at 9:00 a.m. and is open to the public. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-features-water-quality-on-national-public-lands-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/learn-all-about-monarch-butterflies-at-shenandoah-national-park.htm Thu, 07 Sep 2017 05:13:00 EST Monarch butterflies will be the focus of a special event held in Shenandoah National Park on Sunday, September 24, 2017, at Byrd Visitor Center, mile 51 on Skyline Drive. The event begins at 11:30 a.m. and is open to the public. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/learn-all-about-monarch-butterflies-at-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-wilderness.htm Thu, 31 Aug 2017 09:43:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will honor America’s Wilderness heritage during its 17th annual Wilderness Weekend, September 9 and 10, 2017. Celebrate Wilderness by participating in one of the many programs and evens happening throughout the Park! https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-celebrates-wilderness.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-temporary-closure-of-dark-hollow-falls-trail.htm Tue, 04 Jul 2017 10:03:00 EST The popular Dark Hollow Falls Trail in Shenandoah National Park will be temporarily closed while trail crews make improvements. Visitors may still access the falls via the Rose River Fire Road at mile 49.4 of Skyline Drive. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-temporary-closure-of-dark-hollow-falls-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/renowned-outdoor-author-presents-family-friendly-program-series-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm Mon, 12 Jun 2017 05:52:00 EST Shenandoah National Park, Shenandoah National Park Association, and Delaware North Company (DNC) are delighted to host special programs featuring outdoor recreation expert and award-winning author Jeff Alt, who will inspire families to enjoy and care for nature and the outdoors. Want your kids to enjoy hiking and the Great Outdoors? “Make it fun”, says Jeff, and he has lots of great advice on how some simple pieces of equipment and a few techniques can help make sure you and the kids have a great time outdoors. “It’s time to get off the couch and hit the trail with your kids.” https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/renowned-outdoor-author-presents-family-friendly-program-series-in-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-a-fee-free-day-on-june-17-in-honor-of-park-neighbor-day.htm Fri, 09 Jun 2017 12:53:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will waive entrance fees for all park visitors on Saturday, June 17 in celebration of Park Neighbor Day, an annual event held on the third Saturday of June to honor our neighbors who live in the counties and gateway communities surrounding the Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-a-fee-free-day-on-june-17-in-honor-of-park-neighbor-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-kevin-adams-for-the-june-artist-in-residence-program.htm Fri, 02 Jun 2017 08:15:00 EST Shenandoah National Park is pleased to announce the selection of Washington, Virginia-based artist Kevin H. Adams as the June Artist-in-Residence. A former United States Marine Corps officer and combat artist, Kevin is a well-respected local artist who has previously been commissioned by Grand Canyon National Park and Glacier National Park. He also donated a painting to the Shenandoah National Park Trust for the Shenandoah National Park’s 75th Anniversary. “My hope is that my paintings will increase viewers’ awareness of the beauty and the value of protecting our natural resources”, said Mr. Adams. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-selects-artist-kevin-adams-for-the-june-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/celebrate-national-trails-day-at-shenandoah-national-park.htm Tue, 23 May 2017 11:12:00 EST Celebrate American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day® in Shenandoah National Park on Saturday, June 3, 2017. In partnership with Shenandoah National Park, the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club (PATC) invites new hikers and experienced backpackers to learn new trail skills at PATC Trail Patrol’s “Beyond the Trailhead” event at Byrd Visitor Center (milepost 51 on Skyline Drive) from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. Come join guided hikes and hands-on demonstrations throughout the day. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/celebrate-national-trails-day-at-shenandoah-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-temporary-closures-during-helicopter-operations.htm Tue, 16 May 2017 05:06:00 EST Shenandoah National Park managers will temporarily close the area surrounding Corbin Cabin (see map for closure area) to all hiking and backcountry use during two phases of helicopter operations associated with the restoration of the historic cabin. Since the cabin is located in a remote area, a helicopter will be used to deliver and retrieve materials between the cabin and Stony Man Overlook (mile 38.6 Skyline Drive). https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-temporary-closures-during-helicopter-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/volunteers-invited-to-join-shenandoah-national-park-in-the-fight-against-invasive-plants.htm Fri, 05 May 2017 06:56:00 EST Do you want to help protect native plant and wildlife habitat in your National Parks? Participants will work with Park staff to pull and bag garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolata) from high traffic areas within the park. Garlic mustard is an aggressive non-native plant that displaces our native plant species. As it spreads, it takes the place of the plants that provide fruits, seeds, pollen, and forage for our wildlife, birds, and insects. Join us for one of the upcoming events and help make a difference in protecting Shenandoah's native habitat. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/volunteers-invited-to-join-shenandoah-national-park-in-the-fight-against-invasive-plants.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-2017-wildflower-weekend.htm Tue, 25 Apr 2017 07:04:00 EST Native spring wildflowers and children’s creativity will be celebrated during Shenandoah National Park's 31st annual Wildflower Weekend, May 6-7, 2017. Special hikes and programs will focus on the diversity and value of hundreds of species of flowering plants that are protected by the park. Visitors may also view the winning entries in the park’s annual “Youth Art in the Park” wildflower art contest. The top-winning works will be exhibited at Byrd Visitor Center (mile 51 on Skyline Drive) from May 6-13, and at Dickey Ridge Visitor Center (mile 4.6) from May 14-21. Winning artists will be recognized in a ceremony at noon Saturday, May 6, at Byrd Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-hosts-2017-wildflower-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-2017-seminar-series.htm Fri, 14 Apr 2017 07:35:00 EST The Shenandoah National Park Association is sponsoring the 2017 Resource Seminars in Shenandoah National Park. These seminars provide participants with the opportunity to get to know their national park a little more personally through in-depth, hands-on experiences. This year there are seven seminars that feature Shenandoah National Park as a place for inspiration, recreation, and renewal. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-2017-seminar-series.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-2017-spring-opening-dates.htm Fri, 10 Mar 2017 09:19:00 EST Facilities in Shenandoah National Park will begin opening this month and will continue to open through the spring. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-announces-2017-spring-opening-dates.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-lifts-fire-ban.htm Mon, 05 Dec 2016 09:29:00 EST Shenandoah National Park officials are lifting a parkwide fire ban that was put in effect last month. Extremely dry conditions prompted the ban for the southern areas of the Park on November 16. The ban was extended parkwide on November 21. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-lifts-fire-ban.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-superintendent-jim-northup-announces-his-retirement.htm Mon, 28 Nov 2016 10:06:00 EST Jim Northup, superintendent of Shenandoah National Park and Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park, has announced that he will retire on January 2, 2017, after a 36-year career with the National Park Service https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-superintendent-jim-northup-announces-his-retirement.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-designated-as-a-center-for-environmental-excellence.htm Mon, 28 Nov 2016 08:39:00 EST The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) and the Virginia Association for Environmental Education (VAFE) recognized Shenandoah National Park as a Virginia Center for Environmental Education Excellence at the Virginia Environmental Education Conference, held in Williamsburg, VA, November 16-17, 2016. This designation is based on the Park’s dedication and effort in providing effective environmental education opportunities through programs, services, and curricula for a wide variety of participants. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-designated-as-a-center-for-environmental-excellence.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-to-extend-fire-restrictions-to-entire-park.htm Mon, 21 Nov 2016 09:01:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will extend fire restrictions to the entire area of the Park on Monday, November 21, 2016, at 8:00 a.m. Due to exceptionally dry conditions and the potential for extreme fire behavior, these restrictions will be in effect until the Park receives sufficient precipitation to lift fire restrictions. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-to-extend-fire-restrictions-to-entire-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/entrance-fee-increase.htm Thu, 17 Nov 2016 11:11:00 EST On January 1, 2017, Shenandoah National Park will implement the second phase of its plan to raise the entrance fees to the Park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/entrance-fee-increase.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/south-district-fire-restrictions.htm Wed, 16 Nov 2016 04:38:00 EST Shenandoah National Park will begin fire restrictions in the South District of the park on Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at 8:00 a.m. Due to exceptionally dry conditions in this area of the park and the potential for extreme fire behavior, the restrictions will be in effect until the south end of the park receives sufficient precipitation. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/south-district-fire-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-to-implement-night-closures-of-skyline-drive-during-hunting-season.htm Tue, 01 Nov 2016 08:09:00 EST Luray, Virginia – Park Superintendent Jim Northup announced today that portions of the Skyline Drive, the famed mountain road through Shenandoah National Park, will be closed at night during hunting season. He noted that this is the thirty-sixth year that this closure has been undertaken and stressed its importance in reducing illegal hunting activity within the Park during the Commonwealth of Virginia’s hunting season outside the park. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-to-implement-night-closures-of-skyline-drive-during-hunting-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-trust-research-grant-open-for-applications.htm Mon, 03 Oct 2016 08:54:00 EST To facilitate and encourage scientific research in Shenandoah National Park, applications are being accepted for the Shenandoah National Park Trust research fellowship program. Funded by the Shenandoah National Park Trust, the grant supports field research in the physical, biological, ecological, social, and cultural sciences. The funding will support projects conducted in the park and help answer questions important to park managers. The grants are managed by Shenandoah National Park and up to $15,000 per grant will be awarded. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-trust-research-grant-open-for-applications.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-co-hosts-83rd-civilian-conservation-corps-reunion-keeping-the-tradition-alive.htm Mon, 19 Sep 2016 09:28:00 EST Shenandoah National Park, along with the Barlow family of Stanley, Virginia, will be co-hosting the 83th Annual Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Alumni Reunion on September 24, 2016. The public is invited to meet with families and Alumni and hear first-hand about their experiences. Alumni reunion events will take place at the Big Meadows Lodge Massanutten Room (mile 51 Skyline Drive) beginning at 10:00 a.m. with remarks from park leadership. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-co-hosts-83rd-civilian-conservation-corps-reunion-keeping-the-tradition-alive.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-features-monarch-butterflies-and-milkweed-on-national-public-lands-day.htm Mon, 19 Sep 2016 05:23:00 EST Monarch butterflies and milkweed seeds will be the focus for the 23rd National Public Lands Day volunteer event in Shenandoah National Park. National Public Lands Day is the nation's largest, single-day volunteer effort for public lands. This event will be held Saturday, September 24, 2016, at Byrd Visitor Center, mile 51 on Skyline Drive. The event begins at 9:00 a.m. and is open to the public. Park entrance fees are waived on this special day. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-features-monarch-butterflies-and-milkweed-on-national-public-lands-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-dedicates-third-track-trails-activity-trail.htm Mon, 12 Sep 2016 10:19:00 EST Luray, Virginia: To encourage children and their families to get outdoors, Shenandoah National Park has again partnered with the Kids in Parks program to establish a third TRACK Trails location. This trail is located at the Fox Hollow trail. Supported with a grant from the Shenandoah National Park Trust, this new activity trail includes an introductory exhibit and new activity guide. The public is invited to attend an opening ceremony on Saturday, September 17 at 1:00 p.m. The trail dedication will take place at the Fox Hollow Trailhead at milepost 4.6 on Skyline Drive. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-national-park-dedicates-third-track-trails-activity-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-celebrates-the-100th-birthday-of-the-national-park-service.htm Tue, 23 Aug 2016 05:52:00 EST Shenandoah National Park extends an invitation to join us in celebrating the 100th birthday of the National Park Service (NPS) this week. As a birthday gift to everyone, the entrance fee to Shenandoah and all other national parks is waived from August 25 through August 28. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/shenandoah-celebrates-the-100th-birthday-of-the-national-park-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/snp-reopens-trails.htm Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:06:00 EST The Snead Farm Fire Road and Snead Farm Loop Trail have been reopened to hikers, but remain closed to visitors with dogs. https://www.nps.gov/shen/learn/news/snp-reopens-trails.htm