8 days in Shenandoah National Park Itinerary

Shenandoah National Park showcases a particularly scenic section of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains.

You've now added Elkwallow Picnic Area to your itinerary. Explore Shenandoah National Park's surroundings by going to Gordonsville (Horton Vineyards & The Exchange Hotel Civil War medical Museum), Orange (James Madison Museum & Central Virginia Wine Tours & Transportation) and James Madison's Montpelier (in Montpelier Station). There's still lots to do: take a memorable drive along Skyline Drive, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Hawksbill Mountain, hike along Appalachian Trail, and take in the dramatic scenery at Dark Hollow Falls.

To see photos, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Shenandoah National Park trip itinerary builder website.

Expect a daytime high around 71°F in October, and nighttime lows around 49°F.