National Park · Virginia
Shenandoah National Park
Skyline Drive & Blue Ridge views
StateVirginia
Best seasonSpring & fall (foliage)
Don’t missSkyline Drive in October
TerrainBlue Ridge crest, forest & falls
Shenandoah strings a long ridge of the Blue Ridge Mountains with overlooks, waterfalls, and a famous rock scramble, all along Skyline Drive a short drive from Washington. Spring wildflowers and fall color are the headline acts.
What to see
- Skyline Drive
- Old Rag Mountain
- Dark Hollow Falls
- Hawksbill Summit
- Big Meadows
Check the park’s official site for current entrance fees, timed-entry or permits, road and seasonal closures before you go.