Bed and Breakfasts of the Historic Shenandoah Valley

07/04/2026

Book a stay at one of our member Bed and Breakfasts and enjoy nature at night followed by restful sleep in true comfort. We have a few amazing B&Bs just a short drive from this beautiful landmark! 🏞 bbhsv.org

Have you registered for one of our Park After Dark programs yet? 🌠 You don't want to miss these special ranger-led adventures.

⚠️ Pre-registration and payment is required for all programs.

Lantern Tour of the Natural Bridge:
💡 Follow a guide along the trail to the Natural Bridge and uncover stories from its past, all by lantern light.
🎟️ $7 for adults (13+), $4 for children (12 and younger)
📅 Thursdays in July and August, and Sept. 3

Lookin' for Lightning Bugs Sunset Walk:
🌄 Join park rangers on a family-friendly walk on the Skyline Trail to see the sun set over the mountains and watch lightning bugs glow in the meadows below.
🎟️ $3 per person
📅 July 3, 10, 17

Night Hike:
🌑 This moderate 1.25-mile hike will give you a chance to encounter owls, lightning bugs, shooting stars and the moonlit silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
🎟️ $3 per person
📅 July 18
📅 Aug. 1, 8, 22

Sunset Wagon Ride
🌄 Watch the last traces of daylight strike the Blue Ridge Mountains on this haywagon ride.
🎟️ $3 per person
📅 July 24, 31
📅 Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28
📅 Sept. 4

To learn more, go to www.virginiastateparks.gov/naturalbridge-events.

06/23/2026

No need to go to California for amazing vineyard experiences this Summer. The Shenandoah is waiting for you-

The Valley had a national spotlight moment! Yesterday the Today Show featured the Shenandoah Valley wine region as a summer destination that more people should have on their radar, and it’s easy to see why.

To watch the full segment, visit https://www.today.com/video/underrated-summer-destinations-colorado-virginia-more-265461317837

Raise your glasses in Page Valley at Wisteria Farm and Vineyard, Castle Vineyards, and Faithbrooke Barn and Vineyards. Explore other places to sip and savor and plan your visit at pagevalley.org.

06/18/2026

Experience a revitalizing escape at one of our distinguished Bed and Breakfasts in the Shenandoah Valley. Begin your tranquil mornings with a nourishing breakfast before embarking on an exploration of the region's trails, railways, or picturesque scenic routes.

Ready for a Summer weather weekend!

04/28/2026

This spring, summer and fall, seven talented artists will each spend three weeks living in Shenandoah, drawing inspiration from the park's landscapes, stories and rhythms. Along the way, these artists share their creative process and works of art through public programming.

Below are the 2026 Artists-in-Residence public program dates for Shenandoah National Park. Please check the park website or stop by a visitor center for updates on program times and locations: https://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/calendar.htm #/?eventType=Cultural%2FCraft+Demonstration

• Magan Ruthke – Painter | Saturday, May 16

• Alex Gerasev – Sketch illustrator | Sunday, June 14 (National Park Service fee free day)

• Matt Stock – Night photographer | Friday, July 3 (National Park Service fee free day) | Friday, July 10

• Nyssa Collins – Puppeteer and animator | Saturday, August 8

• The Honey Dewdrops – Folk musicians | Friday, September 25

• Rebecca Shewmaker – Thread painter | Friday, October 17 | Tuesday, October 27 (National Park Service fee free day)

Add the 2026 Shenandoah Artist-in-Residence public programming schedule to your calendar today so you don’t miss featured live performances, artist talks and hands-on workshops that connect visitors to the park with art.

Image: An artist is painting on a canvas on an easel outside at a park overlook, sitting on a rock.

04/20/2026

The picturesque Shenandoah Valley is now in fishing season! Book a reservation at one of our cozy bed and breakfasts to relish serene moments on the river (or a little excitement landing "the big one"). Explore our website at bbhsv.org to discover unique activities and plan your next fishing adventure.

Photo Courtesy of A B&B at Llewellyn Lodge

04/02/2026

Our very own River Bluff Farm Bed and Breakfast was featured recently in an interview for Shenandoah County.

What a magical place to unplug and reconnect with nature.

02/28/2026

Experience the final Winter sunsets of the season in the Shenandoah by booking a stay at one of our historic Bed and Breakfast establishments.

www.bbhsv.org

Photo Courtesy of South Court Inn Bed and Breakfast