Shenandoah completely stole our hearts with its rolling Blue Ridge beauty. Stretching along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains through Virginia, this spectacular park offers some of the best hiking and most scenic drives in the entire eastern United States. Skyline Drive’s endless overlooks, wildflower-covered meadows, cascading waterfalls, and abundant wildlife make every season here feel special. Here’s everything we discovered so you can plan your perfect Shenandoah adventure.
Planning on more hiking in Shenandoah National Park? In our opinion, this is one of the best hikes to complete. The 8-mile loop will lead you through lush forests, past six cascading waterfalls in White Oak Canyon, and several steep, rocky cliffs along the Cedar Run Trail. With plenty of cascades along the entire hike,…
Panoramic mountain top views and waterfalls await on the Hawksbill Loop and Dark Hollow Falls Trails in Shenandoah National Park. First, hike to the highest point in Shenandoah National Park: Hawksbill Mountain. This can be done as an out-and-back hike or a loop trail for more fun. When you reach the summit, enjoy the panoramic…
One of the best hikes in Shenandoah National Park is the Old Rag Mountain Loop. On this trail, you will encounter a hike through the forest as you make your way toward the rocky outcrop of Old Rag. From here, squeeze your way through and scramble over the boulders as you work your way to…
Planning a Shenandoah National Park itinerary? You’ve picked one of the most accessible and rewarding national parks on the East Coast, and one that most people dramatically underestimate. Shenandoah stretches 105 miles through the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, packed with waterfall hikes, summit scrambles, and one of the most scenic drives in the eastern…