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Firewood Ban In Effect

Due to the threat of the Emerald Ash Borer, no outside firewood may be brought into the park.
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Shenandoah, a wilderness oasis in the busy east . . .

Gazing across the horizon from the peaks of Shenandoah National Park it’s hard to believe you are just 75 miles from the bustle of our nation’s capital. Take Skyline Drive along the crest of the mountains through the woods and past spectacular vistas. Hike in the shade of oak trees along the Appalachian Trail, discover the stories from Shenandoah’s past, or just relax in the wonder of wilderness.

 
Clip art of Emerald Ash Borer

Firewood Ban In Effect

In an effort to slow the spread of the highly destructive Emerald Ash Borer, Shenandoah National Park will enact a FIREWOOD BAN beginning March 1, 2010. Visitors who want to have a campfire will have to gather or purchase firewood in the park. 
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A small bee buzzes near a beautiful wild geranium blossom.

Wildflower Weekend

Celebrate the rich diversity of wildflowers of the Blue Ridge Mountains during Shenandoah National Park’s annual Wildflower Weekend, May 8 and 9, 2010. Click here for a program schedule. (pdf, 88 kb)
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A Ranger shares details about a spring wildflower during a Ranger Program.

Spring Ranger Programs

Make your visit to Shenandoah complete by attending a Ranger-led Program. Discover the many stories of Shenandoah's past, take a walk through the splendor of a unique mountain meadow, or learn about the many animals and plants that thrive in Shenandoah National Park. Click here for a schedule (pdf, 27.4 kb)
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Hiker with child in backpack.

Resource Seminars: An in-depth Shenandoah experience!

Get to know your national park a little more personally. Register for a Shenandoah Resource Seminar for an in-depth experience to learn from scientists, researchers, educators, and other experts about resource issues and recreational opportunities in Shenandoah National Park.
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Write to

Park Superintendent
3655 US Highway 211 East
Luray, VA 22835

Phone

Information Line
(540) 999-3500

Emergency Line
(800) 732-0911

Climate

The mountains in Shenandoah National Park are usually 10 degrees cooler than the valley below. Winters can be severe with snow and ice, and summer showers may be sudden. Layered clothing is always suggested.
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Communities Surrounding Shenandoah National Park
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
Front Royal, VA (1 min. ) Pop. 13,589
Afton, VA (4 min. )
Chester Gap, VA (7 min. )
Waynesboro, VA (8 min. ) Pop. 19,520
Sperryville, VA (8 min. )
Elkton, VA (8 min. ) Pop. 2,042
Lyndhurst, VA (9 min. ) Pop. 1,527
Huntly, VA (10 min. )
Bentonville, VA (10 min. )
Luray, VA (11 min. ) Pop. 4,871
Stanardsville, VA (11 min. ) Pop. 476
Fishersville, VA (13 min. ) Pop. 4,998
Batesville, VA (14 min. )
Woodville, VA (14 min. )
Crimora, VA (14 min. ) Pop. 1,796
Crozet, VA (15 min. ) Pop. 2,820
Shenandoah, VA (15 min. ) Pop. 1,878
Stuarts Draft, VA (15 min. ) Pop. 8,367
Washington, VA (16 min. ) Pop. 183
Quinque, VA (16 min. )
Greenwood, VA (16 min. )
Flint Hill, VA (16 min. )
White Post, VA (17 min. )
Strasburg, VA (17 min. ) Pop. 4,017
Rileyville, VA (17 min. )
Round Hill, VA (18 min. ) Pop. 500
Nellysford, VA (18 min. )
Ruckersville, VA (18 min. )
Ivy, VA (19 min. )
Hood, VA (20 min. )
Stephens City, VA (20 min. ) Pop. 1,146
Mint Spring, VA (20 min. )
Dyke, VA (20 min. )
Hume, VA (21 min. )
Staunton, VA (21 min. ) Pop. 23,853
Boston, VA (21 min. )
 Penn Laird, VA (21 min. )
Boyce, VA (22 min. ) Pop. 426
Stanley, VA (22 min. ) Pop. 1,326
Newport, VA (23 min. ) Pop. 180,150
Delaplane, VA (23 min. )
Wolftown, VA (23 min. )
Verona, VA (24 min. ) Pop. 3,638
Keezletown, VA (24 min. )
Toms Brook, VA (24 min. ) Pop. 255
Salem, VA (25 min. ) Pop. 24,747
Millwood, VA (25 min. )
Maurertown, VA (25 min. )
Etlan, VA (26 min. )
Grottoes, VA (27 min. ) Pop. 2,114
Paris, VA (27 min. )
North Garden, VA (27 min. )
Covesville, VA (28 min. )
Amissville, VA (28 min. )
Orlean, VA (29 min. )
Fort Defiance, VA (29 min. )
Pratts, VA (30 min. )
Port Republic, VA (30 min. )
Star Tannery, VA (30 min. )
Woodstock, VA (30 min. ) Pop. 3,952
Faber, VA (31 min. )
Rochelle, VA (31 min. )
Castleton, VA (31 min. )
Mount Sidney, VA (32 min. )
Earlysville, VA (32 min. )
Tyro, VA (32 min. )
Banco, VA (34 min. )
Viewtown, VA (34 min. )
Free Union, VA (37 min. )
Haywood, VA (38 min. )
Syria, VA (39 min. )