Shenandoah National Park

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!

Adventure Awaits

There are over 60 peaks with an elevation over 3,000 feet in Shenandoah.

A man stands on a rocky outcrop overlooking the receding mountains.

Wonderful Waterfalls

Dark Hollow Falls, at 70 feet, is our most visited waterfall.

A man stands with his back facing us, looking at a waterfall.

Red-Bellied Woodpecker

There are over 200 species of bird that call Shenandoah "home."

A close up shot of a Red-Bellied Woodpecker with a blurry teal background.

Driving on Skyline Drive

There are 105 miles to explore on Skyline Drive.

A road surrounded by fall foliage turns a curve around a small waterfall.

Find Yourself in Nature

This poplar stand at mile 8 is a popular stop for visitors entering from the north entrance.

Looking up at a poplar stand canopy, which is turning yellow in fall.