8 days in Shenandoah National Park Itinerary

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

Escape the urban bustle at Skyline Drive and Old Rag Mountain Hike. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Shenandoah National Park: Zipline (in McGaheysville), Massanutten Indoor WaterPark (in Massanutten) and Grand Caverns (in Grottoes). The adventure continues: admire the sheer force of Dark Hollow Falls, indulge your senses at Central Virginia Wine Tours & Transportation, get a dose of the wild on Raptor Hill Falconry, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Hawksbill Mountain.

For reviews, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Shenandoah National Park journey planning website.

Sterling Heights to Shenandoah National Park is an approximately 6.5-hour combination of car and flight. You can also drive. When traveling from Sterling Heights in October, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Shenandoah National Park: temperatures range from 71°F by day to 49°F at night. On the 14th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.