5 days in Shenandoah National Park Itinerary

Shenandoah National Park showcases a particularly scenic section of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains.

Escape the urban bustle at Old Rag Mountain Hike and Natural Bridge State Park. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Shenandoah National Park: Crabtree Falls (in Wintergreen), Quantico National Cemetery (in Quantico) and SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts (in Elkton). There's still lots to do: take a memorable drive along Skyline Drive, identify plant and animal life at Elkwallow Picnic Area, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Bearfence Mountain, and brush up on your military savvy at National Museum of the Marine Corps.

To find ratings, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Shenandoah National Park online trip planner.

In August, daily temperatures in Shenandoah National Park can reach 84°F, while at night they dip to 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) early enough to travel back home.