Shenandoah National Park

Shenandoah National Park Taking Input On Removal Of 5 Buildings From Big Meadows

After concluding that the removal of five structures from the Big Meadows area of Shenandoah National Park will have an adverse effect on a historic district, the park is taking input on a memorandum of agreement that requires the buildings to be documented and photographed before removal.

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By NPT Staff - June 22nd, 2017 2:00am

Cast A Line In The Parks

There are plenty of fish stories in our national parks, from Grand Canyon rainbows to the bonefish of the Everglades flats. Here’s a quick look at some of the many fishing opportunities in the National Park System.

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By Patrick Cone - September 20th, 2024 4:49pm

Sounds Of Nature In National Parks Are Being Trampled By Noise

Standing on the rippled hillside of Checkerboard Mesa in Zion National Park, the sound came in waves as eastbound flight after eastbound flight from McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas passed overhead about every 10 minutes, adding to the cacophony of traffic from the park road 100 or so yards away.

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By Kurt Repanshek - August 1st, 2024 1:24am

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Celebrate National Trails Day® At Shenandoah National Park

Celebrate American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day® in Shenandoah National Park on Saturday, June 3. In partnership with Shenandoah National Park, the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club invites new hikers and experienced backpackers to learn new trail skills at PATC Trail Patrol’s “Beyond the Trailhead” event at Byrd Visitor Center (milepost 51 on Skyline Drive) from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Come join guided hikes and hands-on demonstrations throughout the day.

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By NPT Staff - May 26th, 2017 2:00am

Three Days In The Shenandoah: Stonewall Jackson At Front Royal And Winchester

More than 150 years after its conclusion, the Civil War continues to be dissected by authors who examine and re-examine the motives and strategies of the major players on both sides of the country-wrenching conflict. In Three Days In The Shenandoah, Gary Ecelbarger clears the fog of time to bring forward a more detailed analysis of General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson's 1862 crushing foray on Union forces at Front Royal and Winchester, Virginia.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 24th, 2017 2:00am

Wildflower Weekend Comes To Shenandoah National Park

Native spring wildflowers and children’s creativity will be celebrated Saturday and Sunday during Shenandoah National Park's 31st annual Wildflower Weekend. Special hikes and programs will focus on the diversity and value of hundreds of species of flowering plants that are protected by the park located in Virginia.

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By NPT Staff - May 5th, 2017 3:00am

Shenandoah National Park Offers Seminars For Visitors

Lucky are those who live close to Shenandoah National Park, for they can take advantage of a months' long series of seminars for park visitors. But even if you can't attend them all, look through this list and plan your park visit accordingly.

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By NPT Staff - April 18th, 2017 2:00am

Painting The National Parks With Wildflowers

Delicate trilliums, glorious columbines, and flamboyant redbuds are some of the harbingers of spring found across the National Park System. This is a favorite season for birds, bees, and photographers. Wildlife is more easily seen in the spring in many parks, too, making the coming three months idyllic for exploring the parks.

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By Kurt Repanshek - March 19th, 2017 3:00am

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Visitor Facilities Scheduled To Open In Shenandoah National Park This Month

Barring any adverse weather, visitor facilities in Shenandoah National Park in Virginia will begin opening this month and will continue to open through the spring.

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By NPT Staff - March 13th, 2017 7:59am

Cyclists Will Have Right Of Way In Shenandoah National Park On April 23

Cyclists will have the right-of-way -- quite a bit, in fact -- on Skyline Drive through the northern district of Shenandoah National Park in Virginia on April 23, when motorized vehicles will be restricted.

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By NPT Staff - March 10th, 2017 7:23am

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