Dog-friendly spots in the Shenandoah Valley
Bring the pup. These Valley venues either openly welcome dogs on-leash, run dog-friendly patios, or maintain trails where well-behaved dogs are part of the routine.
VMI Museum
Lexington, RockbridgeFree museum tracing the Institute's 180-year history.
Museum of the Shenandoah Valley
Winchester, FrederickRegional art and history museum with gardens and historic homes.
Stonewall Jackson House
Lexington, RockbridgeRestored home of Thomas J. Jackson — historic interpretation.
Reunion Bakery & Espresso
Harrisonburg, RockinghamCroissants, kouign-amann, and excellent coffee.
Pale Fire Brewing Co.
Harrisonburg, RockinghamDowntown brewery in the Ice House with rotating IPAs and lagers.
Shenandoah National Park — Skyland
Luray, PageMile-high lodge area with overlooks, dining, and trailheads.
Lewis Mountain Campground
PageSmallest, quietest NPS campground in Shenandoah at Mile 57.5 — first-come, first-served all season.
Dundo Campground
Group-only NPS campground at Mile 83.7 in Shenandoah's South District — reservation-required for organized groups of 7+.
Matthews Arm Campground
PageShenandoah National Park's northernmost campground at Mile 22.1 on Skyline Drive — quiet, wooded, reservation-only May through October.
Big Meadows Campground
PageShenandoah National Park's flagship campground at Mile 51 on Skyline Drive — central location, full amenities, ranger programs.
Loft Mountain Campground
CrozetLargest NPS campground in Shenandoah at Mile 79.5 — open ridge-top sites with sunrise and sunset views.
Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
Harrisonburg, RockinghamJMU's flagship venue for theater, dance, and concerts.
Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint
Harrisonburg, RockinghamTiny burger bar with a huge rotating craft beer list.
Shenandoah River State Park
Bentonville, WarrenRiver access, kayaking, fishing, and easy trails.
Douthat State Park
Millboro, BathMountain lake park with swimming beach, cabins, and 40 miles of trails.
Broad Porch Coffee Co.
Harrisonburg, RockinghamSmall-batch roaster serving pour-overs and house pastries.
Big Fish Cider Co.
Monterey, HighlandMountain cidery with rustic tasting barn.
Shenandoah Valley Brewing
Staunton, AugustaShenandoah Valley Brewing in Staunton offers a taste of local craft beer in the heart of Augusta County. Visitors can expect a welcoming taproom experience featuring a rotating selection of brews, perfect for enjoying the relaxed atmosphere
The Shack
Staunton, AugustaChef Ian Boden's tasting-menu destination in a 19th-century brick cottage.
Mt. Crawford Creamery
Mount Crawford, RockinghamOn-farm dairy store with bottled milk and ice cream.
Redbeard Brewing Co.
Staunton, AugustaNestled in the heart of Staunton, Virginia, Redbeard Brewing Co. offers a welcoming spot for craft beer enthusiasts in Augusta County. Visitors can anticipate a relaxed atmosphere, typical of Shenandoah Valley breweries, where they can samp
Barren Ridge Vineyards
Fishersville, AugustaRestored 1930s apple barn turned tasting room with sweeping views.
Rockbridge Vineyard
Raphine, RockbridgePioneering Valley winery known for V d'Or dessert wine.
Shenandoah River Outfitters
Luray, PageGuided kayak, canoe, and tube trips on the South Fork.
Kline's Dairy Bar
Harrisonburg, RockinghamBeloved local ice-cream stand since 1943.
Chessie Nature Trail
Lexington, Rockbridge7-mile rails-to-trails path along the Maury River.
Brothers Craft Brewing
Harrisonburg, RockinghamAward-winning brewery with food trucks on weekends.
Front Royal Outdoors
Front Royal, WarrenTube, kayak, and raft rentals on the Shenandoah.
CrossKeys Vineyards
Mount Crawford, RockinghamTuscan-style estate winery with restaurant and weekend events.
Wayne Theatre
Waynesboro, AugustaRestored 1926 theater hosting live music, comedy, and film.
Ox-Eye Vineyards
Staunton, AugustaNestled in the heart of Augusta County near Staunton, Virginia, Ox-Eye Vineyards offers a taste of the Shenandoah Valley's burgeoning wine scene. Visitors can anticipate exploring a selection of wines crafted from locally grown grapes, ofte
Bluestone Vineyard
Bridgewater, RockinghamFamily vineyard with Massanutten views and a wraparound porch.
Blackfriars Playhouse
Staunton, AugustaWorld's only re-creation of Shakespeare's indoor theatre.
Three Notch'd Valley Collab House
Harrisonburg, RockinghamSpacious taproom with shuffleboard and kitchen.
Shenandoah Joe Coffee
Staunton, AugustaCharlottesville roaster with a Staunton outpost — espresso, drip, pastries.
Great Valley Farm Brewery
Natural Bridge, RockbridgeFarm brewery with mountain views and weekend food trucks.
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