Nature's Calling!

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

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Planning for Fall

Fall in Shenandoah... the perfect season for leaf peeping! Learn how to prepare for fall colors and large crowds this upcoming season.

A sunrise behind a mountain layer covered with snow.
Winter in Shenandoah

It may be a little colder, but visiting in the winter can reward you with experiences that you can't have any other time of year.

Fallen leaves covering a fire blackened forest floor.
Quaker Run Fire

The Quaker Run Fire is 100% contained and trails have reopened. Check here for past updates.

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Subscribe to Shenandoah Alerts

Stay in the know by subscribing to Shenandoah's alert system.

Sunset view looking at purple mountains from the valley.
Webcams

See Shenandoah with a new perspective! We've added two new LIVE webcams to our collection.

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Management

Find out more about us and our guiding principles, laws and policies, and some basic statistics of Shenandoah National Park.

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Find books & maps to plan your visit!

Shenandoah National Park Association has a great selection of park hiking books, maps, and nature guides.

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Partner with Us!

The official philanthropic partner of Shenandoah National Park.

Last updated: November 22, 2023

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Shenandoah National Park
3655 U.S. Highway 211 East

Luray, VA 22835

Phone:

540 999-3500
Emergency Phone: 1-800-732-0911

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