![]() ![]() Spend the morning enjoying the overlooks along Skyline Drive, the national scenic byway between Front Royal and Luray. Keep in mind that on peak fall foliage weekends, there may be a several hour wait to get onto Skyline drive.ĭay 1: Skyline Drive from Front Royal to Thornton Gap Plan ahead and grab your hotel room to see fall foliage mid-to-late October (sometimes into early November). For lunch, choose from a special “apple” menu prepared by the Skyland chefs. ![]() During the Apple Butter Celebration, there will be live entertainment and children’s activities throughout the day. Watch apples cook and turn into apple butter. In September, Skyland becomes an apple haven.The Night Sky Festival, held in August each year, offers guests a chance to learn a little more about stargazing through ranger talks and special guests, along with opportunities to view the moon and some planets through various telescopes.Visit the Skyland area for live music, dancing, crafts, activities, and all things blackberry. Blackberry Delight is an annual event that happens each July when the blackberry thickets are ripe with juicy berries.Special Events in Shenandoah National Park Blackberry Delight – Skyland At the end of Route 55, turn south on to Route 340 for a half-mile, where you will see the entrance to the Skyline Drive on your left.Take exit 13 onto Route 55 – John Marshall Highway West and drive for 5 miles. ![]() NOTE: Be aware that the Skyline Drive and the facilities along it are closed from late November through February. You can also break up your hotel stays along the beautiful drive with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.īelow you will find my recommendations for where to stay, what to do, and a few side trips in this weekend guide to Shenandoah National Park’s Skyline Drive. With over 70 overlooks, 500 miles of hiking trails, and waterfalls, the sightseeing never ends when you hit the Blue Ridge Parkway’s most scenic drive.Ĭhoose to lodge in Luray’s Mimslyn Inn’s guest rooms, suites, and cottage or choose to stay within the Shenandoah National Park boundaries. If you love the outdoors, a few days along the 110-mile Shenandoah Skyline Drive will be a match made in heaven for you. ![]()
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