Shenandoah Valley
Walk/Hike
This park is located about 1.5 miles on the same road as our home. It is an off leash dog walking area with some slight hills. Many people choose to run in this area as well and there are mile markers. Our dog loves all the smells and there is a bit of a view of the mountains in all directions when you are on top of the hill.
Coyner Springs Park
2091 Lyndhurst RdThis park is located about 1.5 miles on the same road as our home. It is an off leash dog walking area with some slight hills. Many people choose to run in this area as well and there are mile markers. Our dog loves all the smells and there is a bit of a view of the mountains in all directions when you are on top of the hill.
There is a map of the national park in the top drawer next to the refrigerator for your convenience.
The entrance to Shenandoah National Park is approximately 5-10 minutes from the location of the house. This house is exit 96 off I-64 and the park is exit 99. There is an innumerable amount of great hikes in the national park. One of our favorites that is pretty close by is Turk Mountain Trail. It provides a beautiful view but it is a moderate trail with a small rock scramble at the top. Dogs should make it up just fine. A “must do” trail for hiking enthusiasts is Old Rag Mountain Trail. This is a hard hike that will take most of the day so be prepared. Dogs are not allowed on this trail and it is a bit further away (though a beautiful drive there). Word of caution: we highly recommend getting acquainted to hiking rules and laws and we suggest bringing bear spray for your safety as black bears do frequent the area. Download the AllTrails app for all of the hikes with more information. Entrance for a single vehicle (as of 2021) is $30 while an annual pass to the park is $55. There is no cost per person. There is also an option to purchase an annual park pass that will get you into all of the national parks. There are several days each year where entrance to the national parks is free! Check their website for details.
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Iparke yaseShenandoah
Skyline DriveThere is a map of the national park in the top drawer next to the refrigerator for your convenience.
The entrance to Shenandoah National Park is approximately 5-10 minutes from the location of the house. This house is exit 96 off I-64 and the park is exit 99. There is an innumerable amount of great hikes in the national park. One of our favorites that is pretty close by is Turk Mountain Trail. It provides a beautiful view but it is a moderate trail with a small rock scramble at the top. Dogs should make it up just fine. A “must do” trail for hiking enthusiasts is Old Rag Mountain Trail. This is a hard hike that will take most of the day so be prepared. Dogs are not allowed on this trail and it is a bit further away (though a beautiful drive there). Word of caution: we highly recommend getting acquainted to hiking rules and laws and we suggest bringing bear spray for your safety as black bears do frequent the area. Download the AllTrails app for all of the hikes with more information. Entrance for a single vehicle (as of 2021) is $30 while an annual pass to the park is $55. There is no cost per person. There is also an option to purchase an annual park pass that will get you into all of the national parks. There are several days each year where entrance to the national parks is free! Check their website for details.
You can either drive (plug it into the GPS) or walk to this park by taking River Road all the way down. The river runs through this park as well and our dog loves to swim here too. There is a playground and a public pool (for a fee) in the summer months.
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Ridgeview Park
700 S Magnolia AveYou can either drive (plug it into the GPS) or walk to this park by taking River Road all the way down. The river runs through this park as well and our dog loves to swim here too. There is a playground and a public pool (for a fee) in the summer months.
Sightseeing
If hiking is not your thing, Shenandoah National Park has many beautiful overlooks you can drive to and stop at for some great photos or to have a picnic! The Blue Ridge Parkway is also known for its beauty. In addition, there are two scenic overlooks on I-64 as you head toward Charlottesville.
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Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance
Blue Ridge ParkwayIf hiking is not your thing, Shenandoah National Park has many beautiful overlooks you can drive to and stop at for some great photos or to have a picnic! The Blue Ridge Parkway is also known for its beauty. In addition, there are two scenic overlooks on I-64 as you head toward Charlottesville.
Coffee
One of our favorite local places is The French Press in downtown. It has a neat little vibe and WiFi.
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The French Press
134 N Wayne AveOne of our favorite local places is The French Press in downtown. It has a neat little vibe and WiFi.
Farmhaus Coffee Co.
1010 W Main StOthers
Coffee, food, shop with uniques gifts, beer, wine. I say this one is a must to visit if you have the time!
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Valley Pike Farm Market
3494 Lee HwyCoffee, food, shop with uniques gifts, beer, wine. I say this one is a must to visit if you have the time!