Things to Do

Hiking & Fishing

Old Rag Mountain in Shenandoah National Park offers one of the most popular hikes in the mid-Atlantic region, with many spectacular panoramic views and one of the most challenging rock scrambles in the park. Old Rag and White Oak Canyon trail-heads, as well as trail-heads in other locations, provide access from below Skyline Drive to multiple trails in Shenandoah National Park as well as connections to the Appalachian Trail. Use the map of Rappahannock County and its hiking icons to locate trail heads. You can also fish within the park and the county. Check out the listings below for more information.

Rappahannock County
Access rivers and streams in Rappahannock County at the intersections of state road bridges only. Also, fish throughout Shenandoah National Park. Valid Virginia fishing license required at all times for adults, resident children 16 years and older, non-resident children 12 years and older. In addition, a trout stamp is required to fish in areas designated as "stocked trout waters." Licenses and regulations are available online.
www.dgif.virginia.gov/licenses
866.721.6911

Shenandoah Mountain Guides
Shenandoah Mountain Guides is internationally known for quality instruction and guiding. It offers exceptional educational programs in canoeing, backpacking, orienteering, survival/outdoor skills, mountain biking, outdoor leadership, rock climbing and environmental awareness.
www.shenandoahmountainguides.org
866.455.8672

Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah — a wilderness oasis in the busy East. In gazing across the horizon from the peaks of Shenandoah National Park, it's hard to believe you are just 75 miles from the bustle of our nation's capital. Take Skyline Drive along the crest of the mountains through the woods and past spectacular vistas. Hike in the shade of oak trees along the Appalachian Trail, discover the stories from Shenandoah's past or just relax in the wonder of the wilderness. From Rappahannock County, proceed west on Route 211 seven miles from Sperryville to the Thornton Gap entrance to Skyline Drive or come into the park by way of trails located on the eastern slopes of Rappahannock County at designated trailhead entry points.
www.nps.gov/shen
540.999.3500 (Headquarters) / emergency 800.732.0911
3655 Lee Hwy / Luray, VA
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