Shenandoah National Park
National park
Skyline Drive, waterfalls and big Blue Ridge views, about 30 minutes away.
Since
1935
Where
Blue Ridge
From Downtown
20.5 mi
On Cville Daily
1 plan
About
Shenandoah runs along the Blue Ridge, with Skyline Drive winding through it. Its south entrance at Rockfish Gap is an easy drive from Charlottesville.
History
- 1935Shenandoah National Park is established.
Fun stuff
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Mid-to-late October is peak leaf season.
🐻
Black bears are common. Keep your distance.
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Day trip to Blackrock Summit on Skyline DriveFinley · This weekend · See plan →
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