Shenandoah National Park News
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Shenandoah National Park announces public comment period for new backcountry camping permit system
June 6, 2023 | 9:01 am
Shenandoah National Park announced a process for public input on its proposed backcountry camping permitting system during a virtual public meeting last night. The public comment period is open through July 6. Park managers will evaluate the public comments and develop a plan for implementation. The new process will be implemented in 2024.
Shenandoah National Park announces public meeting to discuss changes to backcountry camping permits
May 26, 2023 | 2:00 pm
Shenandoah National Park will host a virtual public meeting June 6, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. to provide information about the implementation of a new backcountry camping permitting system.
Shenandoah National Park search suspended
May 21, 2023 | 2:00 pm
Based on a preliminary identification of remains found Sunday, May 21, 2023, the search for Mateo Cobo Zevallos conducted by Shenandoah National Park with support from Virginia Department of Emergency Management has been suspended.
Search Underway in Shenandoah National Park
May 19, 2023 | 12:30 pm
A search is underway in Shenandoah National Park for Mateo Cobo Zevallos. Mr. Zevallos was reported missing to Fairfax County Police May 9, 2023. His vehicle was discovered in the park Tuesday, May 16.
Shenandoah National Park ceremony celebrates donation of nearly 1,000 acres to the park
May 18, 2023 | 3:00 pm
Shenandoah National Park officially commemorated the 2022 donation of nearly 1,000 acres of land from the Shenandoah National Park Trust. The historic donation is the result of a collaboration with partners from local, state, and national levels.
Shenandoah celebrates 37th annual Wildflower Weekend May 6 & 7
April 18, 2023 | 6:34 pm
Spring wildflowers and art will be celebrated during Shenandoah National Park's 37th annual Wildflower Weekend, May 6-7, 2023. Guided hikes and programs will focus on the diversity and importance of not only hundreds of species of flowering plants that are protected by the park, but other seasonal changes as well.
Shenandoah National Park announces artists selected for 2023 Artist-in-Residence program
April 17, 2023 | 4:10 pm
Shenandoah National Park has selected five artists for its annual Artist-in-Residence program.
Shenandoah National Park kicks off National Park Week with Jr. Ranger Day
April 7, 2023 | 3:30 pm
To kick off National Park Week, Shenandoah will celebrate Junior Ranger Day on April 22, 2023. Kids of all ages are invited to become a Junior Ranger and participate in interactive, family friendly programs on this fee-free day.
Shenandoah National Park announces public meeting to discuss Old Rag pilot program
April 3, 2023 | 5:00 pm
Shenandoah National Park will host a virtual public meeting April 17, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. to share analysis of the data collected during the Old Rag pilot program
Shenandoah National Park wildfire contained
March 24, 2023 | 1:51 pm
Several Big Meadows area trails and Rapidan Road remain closed today while crews continue to work on the remnants of a wildfire that started Thursday afternoon.