Black Bears in the Park: What Happens in the Winter?
Let’s admit it, most of us are card-carrying members of the black bear fan club. But what happens to them during the winter.
A Dozen Reasons to Visit Shenandoah This Winter
Winter is a stunning time in this national park. Like a snow-covered evergreen, Shenandoah National Park sparkles in winter!
Stars Shine Bright and Right Above You in Shenandoah
Whether you are an expert on constellations, or know nothing except the stars are up there, Shenandoah is the place to do your stargazing.
Choose your Adventure
Discover, stay, and explore along Skyline Drive.
Avoid the lines at the entrance stations and purchase your entrance fee in advance.
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Discover
Stay
From mountaintop lodging to inns to cabin getaways, the choice is yours.
- Lodging inside the Park (includes Skyland, Big Meadows Lodge, and more)
- Lodging near the Park (accommodations in the Shenandoah Valley)
Epic Experiences Ahead
From our partners along Skyline Drive
Museum of the Shenandoah Valley
A must-see! This regional cultural center includes galleries, seven acres of gardens, Glen Burnie House, a Museum Store, and more.
Cooters In The Valley
Jones and his wife, Alma Viator, are the proprietors of “Cooter’s Place,” the “Dukes of Hazzard” museum and shops in Luray, VA, Pigeon Forge and Nashville, TN.
Shenandoah Yurt - One of a Kind
A luxury retreat with a Hot Tub, Woodstove, Grill, WiFi, Archery, PS5, Pool Table, Workstation & lots of board games! E-Bikes at $50/day will let you reach Shenandoah National Park in 15min.
Staunton - Small Town Cool
Montfair Resort
The Mimslyn Inn - Luray, VA
Shenandoah Valley tradition since 1931. An elegant blend of quality & comfort with rooms/suites, cottages, dining, outdoor pool and event space.