Shenandoah National Park Eyes Strong Fall Visitor Return
Shenandoah National Park officials plan a fall rebound after a 2013 government shutdown slashed about 500000 in entrance and campsite fees during 16 shutdown days. Park leader Northrup notes about 200 yearly staff and 250 contracted workers support peak season operations, with Skyline Drive gates busiest as leaf peepers arrive. He urges midweek visits for best experience and stresses park as a small municipality with multiple water, waste, and road maintenance needs.
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Shenandoah Park Counts On Open Year Round Visitors
Shenandoah National Park spans about 200000 acres with nearly 500 miles of trails historic lodges backcountry streams and waterfalls and abundant wildlife. The park remains open year round, closing only concession facilities. Byrd Visitor Center stays open in winter for information questions and hot chocolate. Car admission is 15 with peak color rates at 8 for adults 16 and older. Four Valley entrance stations provide access: Front Royal Thornton Gap Swift Run Gap and Rockfish Gap.
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