Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park is a wildflower haven.
One of its many appeals is its wide array of flora and fauna.
Deer, black bears, and songbirds are just some of the wildlife in the 200,000-acre park.
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In the early spring, the hillsides come alive with blooms.
And, thanks to the mild climate, wildflower season continues into the fall.
Heres what you gotta know to catch the gorgeous wildflowers in Shenandoah National Park.
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For great views of the park’s wildflower-covered fields, hiking is the way to go.
As spring turns to summer, you are likely to spot pinkazaleas,columbines, andTurks-cap lilies.
And as summer starts to slip into fall, youll find fields ofgoldenrods,asters, andsunflowers.
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All programs over Wildflower Weekend are free and open to the public.
No reservations are needed.
The park also has plenty of more remote backcountry campsites.
If youre looking for a roof and a real bed, you dont have to leave the park.
When it comes to food, youll find everything from grab-and-go options tofull-service dining within the park.
TheNew Market Taproomwithin Big Meadows Lodge is another great choice.
From Richmond, the south park entrance in themountain townof Waynesboro, Virginia, is about a 1.5-hour drive.
There aretwo other entranceson the western side of the Blue Ridge Mountains near Luray and Elkton, Virginia.