Diy guide to the best fly fishing in shenandoah national. Shenandoah national park, view from rattlesnake point. Some trails will lead you to spectacular waterfalls or viewpoints while others penetrate deep into shenandoahs wilderness. Start your drive on skyline by stopping at shenandoah s visitor centers for trail maps and information. Shows the shenandoah valley from winchester to staunton, and from the blue ridge to the alleghany mountains, and also shows the names of many residents. The focus of the study was the park and surrounding areas to provide the national park service with modern geologic data for resource management. We are the potomac appalachian trail club who volunteer our efforts to the park and to hikers in the south district. The geology of the shenandoah national park region of virginia was studied from 1995 to 2008.
This map shows appalachian trails, other trails in shenandoah national park. Big meadows area map accessible pdf 7kb the big meadows area is one of the most visited in shenandoah national park and includes the byrd visitor center, dining and lodging options, camping, and a variety of hikes. Date and title from stephensons civil war maps, 1989. Following this are the official park maps provided by the national park service. Shenandoah national park association has a great selection of park hiking books, maps, and nature guides. Click the image to view a full size jpg 1 mb or download the pdf 500 kb. Shenandoah national park lies astride a beautiful section of the blue ridge mountains in virginia, just 75 miles west of our nations capital. Take i81 south to i66 east to highway 340 south to the park. Map of shenandoah national park national park reservations. At in shenandoah national park central district 22nd edition, 20 this map covers snp sections 3, 4, and 5 34. Rapidan camp in shenandoah national park in madison county, virginia, was built by u. Virginia maps perrycastaneda map collection ut library. Rapidan camp is situated 2 miles southeast of shenandoah national park. Map items outside the park include fontana lake, santeetlah lake, the nantahala national forest, blue ridge parkway, cherohala skyway, look rock.
Using these maps you will be able to see where the a. Shenandoah national park topo map in page county, virginia. Receive 20% off online orders and from snpa bookstores. There are a variety of maps to help you travel throughout the national park as well as campground maps, and hiking trail maps.
The weather tends to be up to 10 degrees cooler than the surrounding lowlands, a good thing in summer. Shenandoah national park maps usa maps of shenandoah. Preparing to section hike the at through shenandoah. Stop by any virginia welcome center to pick up a park guide with a convenient pull out map of shenandoah national park. Media in category maps of shenandoah national park the following 48 files are in this category, out of 48 total. Skyline drive parkway maps blue ridge mountain travel. Interactive map includes blue ridge parkway access points, lodging, dining, attractions, and what to do along the parkway. Skyline drive parkway maps blue ridge mountain travel for. Pets are allowed on most trails in shenandoah national park, however there are some exceptions. There is so much more to explore including scenic overlooks, waterfalls of the shenandoah river, and hawksbill mountain, the highest peak. Nov 26, 2019 great smoky mountains national park attractions noted on this map include cades cove and roaring fork motor nature trails, clingmans dome, mountain farm museum, and the chimney tops rock formations. Oct 26, 2016 how to plan and prepare to backpack the 100 miles of the appalachian trail running through shenandoah national park.
The park is one of the most popular touristic destinations in the eastern part of the usa visited by well over one million people a year. This is the older official shenandoah national park map pre20. Diy guide to the best fly fishing in shenandoah national park. We are the members of the potomac appalachian trail club who maintain 45 miles of the appalachian trail, along with many miles of blueblazed side trails and four trail huts in the south district of shenandoah national park.
Brochures and trail maps shenandoah national park u. In the western hills of rural virginia lies the shenandoah valley and the serene shenandoah national park. Geological survey publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the u. Great smoky mountains national park map pdf my smoky. Shenandoah national park map national geographic maps.
Many significant waterfalls grace the park, and the various visitor centers will offer comprehensive maps with essential details for all the trails. Appomattox court house national historic park area map 27k appomattox court house national historic park area map 1996 65k pdf format. Maps of national parks, monuments, and historic sites. Great smoky mountains national park attractions noted on this map include cades cove and roaring fork motor nature trails, clingmans dome, mountain farm museum, and the chimney tops rock formations. Legend for all maps 36kb pdf file lewis mountain detail map 35kb pdf file a closeup of the lewis mountain area. Shenandoah trip planning a series of short films that highlight safety tips, trip suggestions, and regulations to help you to get the most out of your next adventure in shenandoah national park. Covered in forest, skyline drive and the famous appalachian trail run the entire length of this narrow park.
Check out our interactive map featuring lodging, activities and points of interest in and around the park. Jefferson national forest, shenandoah national park, blue ridge parkway, virginia department of conservation and recreation, and the virginia council of trout unlimited collaborated with vdgif fisheries biologists to refine the wild trout management plan. Apr 06, 2020 below you will find an interactive map showing the location of the harry f. Pdf shenandoah national park national geographic trails. Nestled in the blue ridge mountains of virginia, shenandoah national park has over 500 miles of trails, including 101 miles of the appalachian trail. The shenandoah national park association sells potomac appalachian trail club patc maps. Horse camping trip plans below are two onenight trips starting and traveling mostly within shenandoah national park, but camping in rapidan wildlife management area. There are only 4 campground sites in the park which include. Ink and pencil on tracing linen, in three sections, mounted on cloth. Side two is a list of the rulesregulations for the campground. You can reach our inpark lodging options from any of the entrances. This guide describes 110 hikes covering more than 430 miles of trails. Official great smoky mountains national park map pdf.
Shenandoah trip planning shenandoah national park u. Learn more about maps to help you find your way around and about the parks boundary access points 83kb pdf. Read more about hiking to learn about the trails and prepare for your trip. Particular attention is shown to camping, hiking, fishing, ranger programs, and horse use in the. The fee is good for 7 consecutive days, even if you leave the park. Explore the park from your smartphone with detailed maps, selfguided digital tours, points of interest, and park information. Camping in the shenandoah national park is probably the most fun overnight lodging you will ever experience in the park. If you are planning a backcountry trip or longer hike that is not included on the dayuse maps, you can purchase a topographic map of the park at any of the visitor centers or online from the shenandoah national park association or the potomac appalachian.
Try new places and discover new wonders of virginias biggest and oldest national park. Home south shenandoah shenandoah national park and. Shenandoah national park topographic map and nearby trails. Some trails will lead you to spectacular waterfalls or viewpoints while others penetrate deep into shenandoah s wilderness. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible yearround. Shenandoah national park map shenandoah valley, virginia. Guide for snp, and all side trails in the central district of snp. Shows the appalachian trail and side trails from front royalus 340 to thornton gap us 211. Area maps check out some maps of trails and roads in shenandoah. The full park map is also available as a highquality art poster print from the npmaps shenandoah store. Big meadows detail map 60kb pdf file a closeup of the big meadows area.
Geologic map of the shenandoah national park region, virginia. Choose your stay at skyland, the classic american national park tradition, located at the pinnacle of skyline drive in the blue ridge mountains. Shenandoah national park is located in the blue ridge mountains of virginia just west of washington, d. A hint of color in shenandoah national park announces the beginning of leafpeeping seasonthe parks busiest time. The park is long and narrow, with the shenandoah river and its broad valley to the west, and the rolling hills of the virginia piedmont to the east. Department of the interior natural resource program center. These are a series of detailed topographic maps, one for each of the park s districts. The park has three districts, each with its own characteristics north, central and south.
Loft mountain detail map 52kb pdf file a closeup of the loft. The closest major airports are in washington, dc 90 miles, charlottesville 50 miles and weyers cave 45 miles, virginia. The checklist contains only those species that are designated as present or probably present in the park the full list includes all the checklist species in addition to species that are unconfirmed, historically detected, or incorrectly reported as being found in the park. This guide includes information about hiking dark hollow falls, the story of the forest trail, the rose river loop, and lewis. Loft mountain campground map and rules national park service. Additional geologic data of the adjacent areas are included to provide regional context.
Getting to shenandoah national park national parked. Skyline drive, which runs for 105 miles along the crest of the blue ridge. Located along the blue ridge mountains, shenandoah national park runs with the broad shenandoah river, valleys, and rolling hills. These are a series of detailed topographic maps, one for each of the parks districts. Sugarloaf loop via appalachian trail closed virginia. Shenandoah national park has an entrance fee, payable at one of the four major entrance stations. Below you will find an interactive map showing the location of the harry f. Click the image to view a full size jpg 50 kb or download. The scenic roadway skyline drive takes you through the 105 mile long park, providing more than 75 overlooks with spectacular vistas. Ive provided it because i think its easier to read than the new version. Start your drive on skyline by stopping at shenandoahs visitor centers for trail maps and information. Today, national geographic maps continues this mission by creating the worlds best wall maps, outdoor recreation maps, travel maps, atlases and globes that inspire people to care about and explore their world. Appomattox court house national historic park area map 27k appomattox court house national historic park area map 1996 65k pdf. Hiking maps click here for a link to road and trail maps throughout shenandoah national park.
President herbert hoover and his wife lou henry hoover, and served as their rustic retreat throughout hoovers administration from 1929 to 1933. Preparing to section hike the at through shenandoah national park. If you are planning a backcountry trip or longer hike that is not included on the dayuse maps, you can purchase a topographic map of the park at any of the visitor centers or online from the shenandoah national park association or the potomac. Loft mountain detail map 52kb pdf file a closeup of the loft mountain area. Go to membership to join before continuing the checkout process. Guide to shenandoah national park and skyline drive home. Shenandoah national park shenandoah national park is a united states national park in the state of virginia. You can view either the original pdf file or a simple jpeg image file some of these files can be quite large. Particular attention is shown to camping, hiking, fishing, ranger programs, and horse use in the park. Shenandoah national park association 3655 us highway 211 east luray va 22835 phone. Few places in the continental united states can compare to the beauty of shenandoah, and few fisheries offer such large and generous catches for anglers as the streams and rivers of shenandoah national park.
Your membership discount will be calculated during the checkout process. Topographic mapexpertly researched and created in partnership with local land management agencies, national geographics trails illustrated map of shenandoah national park provides an unparalleled tool for exploring this beautiful park. Click the image to view a full size jpg 1 mb or download the pdf 500 kb this is a detail map of mathews arm and elkwallow showing the campground, viewpoints, trails, and picnic areas. Shenandoah national park in the northern blue ridge mountains of virginia was created in 1926 to preserve an area of natural beauty and provide recreational opportunities for the people in the surrounding region. Learn about research in shenandoah if you are a scholar interested in applying for a research permit. Lodges in shenandoah national park include the historic skyland resort, which was established back in 1888. Take training hikes, practice knots, test equipment and technology, prepare for bears and ticks, find camp sites, determine water sources and food resupply, arrange for transportation, and complete a backcountry camping permit.