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Shenandoah National Park protects a long, narrow crest of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains in north-central Virginia, stretching parallel to the Shenandoah Valley and the rolling Piedmont region. Established in 1935 and constructed partially by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the park encompasses over 200,000 acres of dense oak-hickory forests, cascading waterfalls, and rocky talus slopes. It represents one of the premier wilderness preservation preserves in the eastern United States, serving as a sanctuary for diverse Appalachian flora, black bears, and migrating birds.
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Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Drive the breathtaking 105-mile Skyline Drive for stunning valley views, hike the iconic and challenging rugged peak of Old Rag Mountain, and scramble to panoramic vistas along the Stony Man Trail.
