Top Things to do in Shenandoah National Park
10 Things to do Good for Kids in Shenandoah National Park That You Shouldn't Miss
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1. Hawksbill Mountain
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By LamaFood - Islamabad, Pakistan
This quick loop has a little bit of everything. Recommend doing the loop clockwise - start with the summit and views then follow the path below the peak and over the bolder field. Enjoy !
2. Shenandoah Mountain Guides
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
With a family history in the region going back 250 years, the knowledge of SMG is very complete. Andy, the director of programs, started guiding here in 1992 after returning from Operation Desert Storm and working all over the world in the Navy. SMG pioneered many of the adventures they now guide and in fact, Andy and his guides, as young men in early 70s thru today, were some of the first climbers on many of the rock outcrops...and continue to set new standards in both rock and ice climbing in the region. The SMG team not only serves on Shenandoah’s technical rescue team, but all of the lead guides serve as instructors for high angle rescue for the greater National Park Service. In 2011, SMG was selected by Southern Living Magazine as provider of the BEST Summer Adventure in the South (cascading). Additionally, Andy has been recognized by Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine as one of the top mountain guides in the Blue Ridge, and in 2017, he was honored as an ”Outdoor Legend”
3. WILD GUYde Adventures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 100 reviews
Since 2004, WILD GUYde Adventures has been providing outdoor adventure guiding (rock climbing and rappelling, wild caving, and canoeing) in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia's Blue Ridge, and the Potomac Highlands of West Virginia. We serve individuals and families, scout troops, camps, and youth groups with recreational, instructional, and leadership development outdoor experiences. In addition, our Adventure, Leadership, and Learning INstitute (ALL IN) provides team-building, leadership learning, and action consulting for groups, corporations, and non-profits, on-site, or in the wilds of Virginia and West Virginia. WILD GUYde Adventures has commercial use permits with Shenandoah Ntl. Park, George Washington Ntl. Forest, and Monongahela Ntl. Forest, and is an equal opportunity provider. WGA is a member of the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce, the Shenandoah Valley Travel Association, the Access Fund, and the Christian Adventure Association.
4. Skyline Drive
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,668 reviews
105-mile Scenic Drive Built In The 1930's Goes Through The Entire Length Of The Park.
Reviewed By ITRT
We entered Shenandoah National Park at the Front Royal Entrance and departed via the Thornton Gap Entrance, a distance of about 32 miles of the 105-mile Skyline Drive that runs through the park. Shenandoah offers many scenic overlooks, camp grounds, trailheads for the beginner as well as the experienced hiker, visitor centers, restrooms and souvenir shops near the entrances, and the Appalachian Trail runs through the park. Scenic overlooks line the Skyline Drive. The Park is mostly forest-covered hills and mountains with wide valleys and some waterfalls. The flowers add to the beauty of the Skyline Drive. The speed limit is 35 mph on the two-lane road that is also shared with bicyclists. We arrived mid-morning and were glad we did as there was a back-up of cars waiting to enter via the Thornton Gap Entrance. It was a beautiful and enjoyable day.
5. Dickey Ridge Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 149 reviews
Get information here about the things to see and do in Shenandoah.
Reviewed By J9300DBsuel
The Dickey Ridge Visitor Center is the center hub in the central district of the SNP. The park office is there, along with a very nice gift shop and displays. They offer park programs on a regular basis which are informative and educational. A definite must to stop at.
6. Dark Hollow Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 534 reviews
Reviewed By ToIrelandwithlove
This waterfall is beautiful every time. Great hike down and moderate climb back up for a great work out.
7. Shenandoah River Adventures
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By EdinboroBob
My 2 teenage daughters and I floated down the Shenandoah River for an hour and a half. No electronics to distract us, just relax and talk:) And for $20 per person, you can go twice... great deal! They picked us up in a short school bus at the end. While the ride back was cramped (some people had to stand), everyone was in a great mood from the float, and it was fun meeting other vacationers.
8. Doyles River Falls
9. Rose River Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By ShortStack12 - Hope, United States
The clockwise hike returning on a fire road road near the bottom of Dark Hollow Falls was our favorite hike. Views are everywhere, and this hike along the Rose River was a refreshing change.
10. Limberlost Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By Samui - Washington DC, United States
We enjoyed a stroll around this well-maintained loop trail, taking advantage of the many benches to do some bird and small wildlife spotting.
