The book, Skyland, Heart of Shenandoah National Park, based on the autobiography of George Freeman Pollock, contains early photographs. The Mammals of Shenandoah National Park describes the wildlife in the park with stories and photographs. The illustrated book, 101 Wildflowers of Shenandoah National Park, is an excellent flower guide. Topographic trail maps of north, central, and south sections of the park and a booklet describe 20 Circuit Hikes.
Describing not only Shenandoah, but all of our parks, is Freeman Tilden’s The National Parks.
What To Bring.
Summer sportswear for daytime; sweaters and topcoats for evening (tuck in a raincoat, too). Bring sturdy shoes for walking; non-skid soles are good for rocks and slippery trails. Binoculars, or field glasses, will double your appreciation of the park, especially of its birds and animals. Do not forget your camera; film is available at the lodges.
HOW TO REACH THE PARK
There are four main entrances to the park along the Skyline Drive. These are:
North Entrance (Front Royal, Va.): From U.S. 340 and Va. 55 and 522.
Thornton Gap (Mile 31.6): From U.S. 211.
Swift Run Gap (Mile 65.7): From U.S. 33.
South Entrance (Rockfish Gap): From U.S. 250, and from the Blue Ridge Parkway.