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Road trip · Virginia & West Virginia
Shenandoah & Virginia Mountains Loop
3 stopsAbout 6 daysTrip snapshot
Arrival airport- HGR
Suggested stay- About 6 days
Reservation demand- 3 stops · check each guide
The loop
Harpers Ferry, Shenandoah's Skyline Drive and the New River Gorge.
Book this loop from HGR
Fly into Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field, pick up your car or RV, then drive the loop.
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Est. from $120/night · typical rate
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Est. from $45/day · typical rate
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3Step 3 · Vrbo
Est. from $120/night · typical rate
Stays near Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field
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Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Suggested: 2 days (full guide: 2–3 days)
~64 mi straight-line from Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
2Shenandoah National Park
Suggested: 2 days (full guide: 2–3 days)
Secure Old Rag Tickets and Skyline Drive Entrance Information
~153 mi straight-line from Shenandoah National Park
3New River Gorge National Park
Suggested: 2 days (full guide: 2–4 days)
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Tours & experiences near Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Explore guided activities around Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. Check the meeting point, dates and availability on Viator before booking.
Open tour listings separatelyCurated Trip Essentials
Five picks for Shenandoah & Virginia Mountains Loop
Day-walk storage
30–35L Hiking Daypack
Carry spare layers and walking supplies; check fit and use a liner for valuables.
Water on walking days
2L Hydration Pack
Carry drinking water on longer walks; refill before leaving services.
Travel documents & cards
Crossbody Card Holder
Keep cards close on sightseeing days; check dimensions for what you want to carry.
Sunny outdoor stops
Cooling Neck Gaiter
A light neck covering for sunny walks; use alongside sunscreen, not instead of it.
Wildlife & night viewing
OWLER1 Night Vision Binoculars
20X optical zoom · 500m IR range. Check park rules before using lights at night.
$294.99 USD · store price
Shop at WILDGUARDEROptional picks, not a complete packing or safety list. Photos from the ROCKBROS and WILDGUARDER stores. Prices as of 2026-10-19 / 2026-10-20; price, stock and shipping may change.
Quick answers
How many days do I need for the Shenandoah & Virginia Mountains Loop?
Plan about 6 days to give each of the 3 stops its suggested minimum time, plus extra if you add rest days.
Which order should I visit the stops in?
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, then Shenandoah National Park, then New River Gorge National Park. The order keeps each leg as short as possible.
Do any stops on this loop need reservations?
Check booking rules early for Shenandoah National Park. Each stop's guide links to the official source.
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