Shenandoah National Park Self Guided Driving Tour North to South

Charlottesville, USA
Duration2h 4m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Discover the beauty of Shenandoah National Park with this self-guided GPS audio tour. Take a scenic drive along Skyline Drive, where stunning mountain overlooks and cascading waterfalls await. Explore the park's rich history, unique geology, and vibrant wildlife, including black bears and deer. Ideal for travelers looking to explore at their own pace, this tour highlights hidden gems and provides insights into the area's Native American heritage and the impact of the Civilian Conservation Corps.

- Drive the iconic 105-mile Skyline Drive with breathtaking views
- Visit historical sites like Dickey Ridge Visitor Center and Rapidan Camp
- Enjoy popular hiking trails, including Stony Man and Dark Hollow Falls
- Suitable for all types of visitors, from short-day explorers to multi-day adventurers

What's included

  • The tour plays as you drive using GPS and Carplay
  • Never expires go anytime
  • Self Guided Driving Tour on our app that plays as you drive
  • No National Park Admission

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    Perched at the highest point on Skyline Drive, Skyland Resort has welcomed visitors since the 1890s. Enjoy sweeping views of the Shenandoah Valley, grab a bite to eat, browse the gift shop, or simply relax before continuing your scenic drive.
  2. Pass by
    Drive through Skyline Drive's only tunnel, blasted through solid Blue Ridge granite by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. It's one of the park's most recognizable engineering landmarks.
  3. Pass by
    Take in panoramic views across the Shenandoah Valley and the historic town of Sperryville while learning how this once-thriving mill town adapted after the railroad bypassed it.
  4. Pass by
    Stand above some of the oldest exposed rock in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The ancient granodiorite visible here formed more than a billion years ago.
  5. Pass by
    One of the best viewpoints in northern Shenandoah, offering incredible views of Old Rag Mountain, Pinnacle Ridge, and the surrounding Blue Ridge landscape.
  6. Pass by
    Enjoy spectacular views of Shenandoah's second-highest peak and learn about the conservation efforts that helped preserve its beautiful forests for future generations.
  7. Pass by
    Admire sweeping views of Hawksbill Mountain, especially beautiful during sunrise, when the surrounding Blue Ridge glows with morning light.
  8. Pass by
    njoy panoramic views of Sugar Hollow Reservoir and the protected watershed that supplies drinking water to Charlottesville.
  9. Pass by
    Learn the story of Cyrus McCormick, inventor of the mechanical reaper, while overlooking the valley where one of America's most important agricultural innovations began.
  10. Skyline Drive, Shenadoah National Park
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Experience one of America's most scenic drives on this self-guided GPS audio driving tour through Shenandoah National Park. Travel the entire 105-mile Skyline Drive from Thornton Gap to Rockfish Gap while your guide automatically shares fascinating stories about the Blue Ridge Mountains, Civil War history, mountain families, wildlife, waterfalls, and the creation of one of America's most beloved national parks.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts in the Upper Panorama Parking Lot, where you'll hear some history then be guided along the Skyline drive.

End point

The tour ends at the end of Skyline Drive at the start of the blue ridge parkway.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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