Hiking
The City of Harrisonburg was designated an Appalachian Trail Community in March of 2011. Harrisonburg is located just 18 miles West from the Swift Run Gap entrance of the Shenandoah National Park.
Book a shuttle to Downtown Harrisonburg with Mountain & Valley Shuttle Service 1-877-789-3210 or service@myshuttle.com. Find out out about local services, guides and gear.
George Washington National Forest - North River Ranger District
401 Oakwood Drive ~ Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Toll Free 866-904-0240 | Local 540-432-0187 | George Washington National Forest
The Deerfield Portion of the North River Ranger District is located in the scenic ridge and valley province of northwestern Virginia's Allegheny Mountains. There are 161,000 acres in this portion. The Dry River Portion of this District includes portions of Virginia and West Virginia as it straddles the scenic Shenandoah Mountain. This portion covers nearly 230,000 acres of forest land.
Most of the recreational opportunities in the North River Ranger District are of a dispersed nature - hiking, hunting, fishing, ATV riding, and mountain biking, horseback riding, camping, fishing and picnicking.
Shenandoah National Park/Skyline Drive
3655 US HWY 211-HDQ ~Luray, VA 22835 540-999-3500 | HOURS & OPERATING SCHEDULE
The Park is a national treasure which includes the scenic 105-mile long Skyline Drive - a designated National Scenic Byway. The Park covers the crest of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains for over 75 miles. The Appalachian Trail roughly parallels the Skyline Drive. Harrisonburg- Swift Run Gap Milepost 65.5/U.S. 33-Elkton. Great time of year for waterfalls- South River Falls trailhead just 3 miles North on the drive from Swift Run Gap.
Celebrate Shenandoah National Park 75th Anniversary
Discover Shenandoah National Park - Shenandoah National Park offers something for everyone! From the breathtaking views along the Skyline Drive, to the splendor of watching a bear and her cubs, to the thrill of hiking to a mountain summit. It’s hard to believe we are celebrating 75 years of inspiration.
Tour Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. Plan your adventure today.
Blue Ridge Parkway
Humpback Rocks - The "first stop" southbound on the Parkway offers a blend of the natural and cultural history. Local groups like Nonesuch perform free concerts during the spring and summer months. Milepost 5.8
Hiking Resources
Appalachian Trail Conservancy
HikingUpward.com
Potomac Appalachian Trail Club-Southern Shenandoah Valley Chapter
VA Birding and Wildlife Trail ~ Lost Shoe Loop
Virginia State Parks in the Shenandoah Valley
Virginia Volkssport Association
