Shenandoah National Park – Closures lifted in Shenandoah National Park U.S. National Park Service

Date: February 27, 2011

The Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park from Front Royal to Route 211 has reopened after the week-long closure due to the Smith Run Fire. The 105-mile scenic roadway through the park is now open its entire length. All trails previously closed due to the fire are also open. This includes [...]

Blue Ridge Parkway 2010 Operating Dates and Times

FACILITY OPENINGS/CLOSINGS CAMPGROUNDS – Open – Close Linville Falls – 04/02/10 – 11/01/10 Otter Creek – 04/02/10 – 11/01/10 All Other Parkway Campgrounds – 05/14/10 – 11/01/10 PICNIC AREAS

Price Park Open year-round - (weather permitting) (Full Service Restrooms and Water Fountains open April 30) Peaks of Otter 04/09/10 – 11/15/10 Humpback Rocks 04/09/10 [...]

Families Find Savings with Blue Ridge Parkway Travel Deals

RICHMOND, VA (PRWEB) April 21, 2010 — As the Blue Ridge Parkway, America’s Favorite Drive, celebrates 75 years in 2010, Virginia invites families to join in the fun with travel deals showcasing natural beauty and traditional favorites. The Blue Ridge Parkway is an iconic travel destination, stretching 469 miles from Shenandoah National Park in Virginia [...]