This is my favorite park. I have spent four of my week-long vacations here each year, enjoying the serenity and beauty of the area. I have spent endless camping and hiking adventures here. The water, the mountains and the birds all bring love to my heart. Even the sounds of nature warm my heart in the evenings. And so do the camp fires when allowed.
I have also enjoyed the vast beauty of Yellowstone NP and the Grand Tetons NP. It is hard to take in how each area has a life character of its own. I can not wait till the spring when I can again travel to these parks and be part of all the natural beauty and uniqueness of the areas and the wildlife adventures .
Sincerely,
Shenandoah National Park
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains in central Virginia, Shenandoah features rolling tree-lined hills, wooded hollows, spectacular waterfalls and a diversity of wildlife, all easily accessible from the scenic Skyline Drive. The park preserves a remarkable slice of southern Appalachian natural history and beauty with a dazzling array of recreational opportunities.
State(s): Virginia
Established: 1935
“I can not see my life if I was not able to travel to parks were I can just be with nature, calm and fresh. Relax and just take in the beauty of God landscaping and his creatures. Enjoying the vast beauty of the mountains and valleys just make one feel small and just to be able to get away from the every day traffic is a blessing all on its own.”
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Greetings from Shenandoah National Park
Bob and I drove the south trail on the Shenandoah Mountain scenic route, 35 winding miles high up into the mountains, 3,360 feet. Extending along the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia, one of its many trails includes a section of the Appalachian. Clouds brushed and sometimes enveloped the roads.…
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Greetings from Shenandoah National Park
New Virtual Video Recording of American Folk Song Shenandoah by Over 400 NYCGB Alumni Released Today! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jB59EtztSVw Over 400 NYCGB alumni from around the world have joined forces to take part in a mass virtual recording of the American folk song Shenandoah. A video recording has today been released with…
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Greetings from Shenandoah National Park
My best boy Winston and I stayed at Skyland and spent three days hiking in the park. The staff at the visitor center were so nice and helpful - pointing out hikes that were suitable for my "senior dog".
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