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Rapidan Camp: History at the Headwaters
How is Rapidan Camp tied to a hobby? Read on to discover the history. It’s always good to have a hobby. But when times are tough it’s especially wise to have a pastime you love – knitting, baking, assembling model airplanes, collecting stamps – something to take...
Free Entrance Days in 2021
On six days in 2021, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee (including Shenandoah National Park) will offer free admission to everyone. Mark your calendar for these entrance fee–free dates in 2021: January 18: Birthday of Martin Luther...
How About a Winter Hike in Shenandoah National Park?
by Patressa Kearns Some people just don’t get winter hiking. What’s the point? they wonder. It’s cold and windy. The trees are bare, the ground hard, and there’s nothing much to see except boulders, ice, and frozen dirt. Songbirds aren’t warbling nor can you...
Veterans and Gold Star Families Granted Free Lifetime Access
US military veterans and Gold Star families will be granted free access to America's public lands. Beginning on Veterans Day, November 11, 2020, Gold Star Families and U.S. military veterans will receive free access to more than 2,000 federal recreation areas,...
Dog Friendly Travel Tips at Shenandoah National Park
If you’re like many travelers, you don’t consider a vacation a vacation unless you can bring your dog along. Shenandoah is perfect for the dog lover, as it is one of the few national parks in the country that allows pets on its hiking trails. But in order for you and...
Eyes to the Skies: Late-fall Raptor Migrations in Shenandoah National Park
by Patressa Kearns Great news for birdwatchers: During the 10 weeks between September 15 and November 30, it’s nearly impossible not to see birds of prey, or raptors, flying over Shenandoah National Park! This is because the Appalachian Mountains, the chain of which...
Eyes to the Skies: Late-fall Raptor Migrations in Shenandoah National Park
Patressa Kearns Great news for birdwatchers: During the 10 weeks between September 15 and November 30, it’s nearly impossible not to see birds of prey, or raptors, flying over Shenandoah National Park! This is because the Appalachian Mountains, the...
Safe Summer Hiking in Shenandoah National Park
According to George Gershwin, in summertime the livin’ is easy. Gershwin was right for the most part. In summer, not only are the fish jumpin’, but other fun conditions also prevail, including balmy weather and lots of sunshine. Summer hiking is a great experience....
Do Nothing, or Do it All! Summer Activities and Events in Shenandoah
There is no shortage of fun summer activities to do in Shenandoah National Park. You can hit one of the Park’s 500-plus miles of hiking trails. Have a picnic at one of seven picnic grounds. Spend the night in Skyland or historic Big Meadows Lodge, or rough it...
How About a Winter Hike in Shenandoah National Park?
by Patressa Kearns Some people just don’t get winter hiking. What’s the point? they wonder. It’s cold and windy. The trees are bare, the ground hard, and there’s nothing much to see except boulders, ice, and frozen dirt. Songbirds aren’t warbling nor can you...