Let's be honest, it's hard to beat a glass of wine after a hike, especially at a bucolic vineyard with wide-open views at one of the best wineries near Shenandoah National Park. Imagine settling in to an Adirondack chair, glass of award-winning wine in hand, savoring wondrous mountain views. Ahh…
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There's just something magical about gathering up your crew around a glowing campfire, getting tucked into sleeping bags under the stars and leaving your cares behind on a camping adventure in Virginia. Shenandoah National Park is just the place to go too, thanks in large part to four well-spaced…
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Virginia has some of the best stargazing on the East Coast, with many wide-open spaces free of light pollution and high-tech observatories open to the public. Plan a Virginia stargazing trip near you and channel your inner astronomer. Know Before You Go: Be sure to check the forecast before you go…
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Shenandoah National Park is the scenic mountain haven of the Mid-Atlantic, the glittering jewel in the crown of the Virginia Appalachians. The main spine of the park stretches for 70 miles end-to-end, dividing bucolic Shenandoah Valley from the Piedmont to the east. Elevations vary from 4,050 feet…
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Virginia is full of adventure for outdoor lovers, whether you’re into kayaking, biking, hiking, or even extreme sports like ATV off-roading or hang gliding. Not sure where to start planning your outdoor excursion? We’ve mapped out some of our most iconic outdoor spots to create a memorable…
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With warmer weather finally here and countless colorful blossoms emerging around every corner, now is the perfect time to plan a spring outing in Virginia. Whether you prefer a hike through wildflower meadows in the mountains or a paddle along the quiet coastal waters teeming with aquatic wildlife…
Read More**Co-Authored by Daniel White, Sr. Conservation Writer, The Nature Conservancy in Virginia** The sheer diversity of local, state and federal lands protected for the benefit and enjoyment of Virginians and visitors is cause for pride and celebration. And celebrating is exactly what’s in store this…
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Discover the beauty of Virginia’s National Parks for free this year when you visit during any of the following fee-free days!* Monday, January 15: Martin Luther King Jr. Day Saturday, April 20: First day of National Park Week Wednesday, June 19: Juneteenth National Independence Day Sunday…
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Imagine someone on a game show being asked the question, “Name two scenic roadways in America.” The two most popular answers would be Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive. All or part of those two picturesque roads -- managed as national parks -- wind through Virginia, and are excellent choices for…
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The state of Virginia is populated with 22 parks managed by the National Park Service, those places run by the rangers dressed in green and wearing those particular brown hats. Yet many of these park units are not traditional national parks like Virginia’s own Shenandoah National Park, but rather…
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