How to Identify the Wildflowers in Shenandoah National Park
These are my go-to resources that help me identify and learn about all the lovely and mysterious wildflowers that I encounter in Shenandoah Valley. You may find these useful as well.
Author: Katarina
Shenandoah National Park – Tuscarora Overall Run & Beecher Ridge Loop
The Tuscarora-Overall Run & Beecher Ridge loop trail was a solid hike, and a more manageable distance than the loop with Heiskell Hollow Trail, but we enjoyed the latter more.
Shenandoah National Park – Upper White Oak Canyon Trail & Appalachian Trail Loop
It was an enjoyable loop trail with a variety of nature to observe – waterfalls, forest, wildflowers, mushrooms, ancient lava flows, and several viewpoints of Shenandoah Valley from the AT.
Shenandoah National Park – Bear Church Rock
Although it doesn’t get featured often, Bear Church Rock it is a little gem in Shenandoah. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a challenge.
Shenandoah National Park – Nicholson Hollow Trail
Although there are no mountain views, walking by the river for several hours is pleasant. It also is a good place to go if you want to camp in Shenandoah National Park.
Shenandoah National Park – Tuscarora Overall Run & Heiskell Hollow Trail Loop
It was a challenging hike with different types of woodland scenery and one lovely viewpoint of Shenandoah Valley from a waterfall overlook.
Shenandoah National Park – Jeremy’s Run Trail
Although there are no mountain views on this trail, the forest and stream setting is beautiful.
Shenandoah National Park – South Dickey Ridge Trail & Snead Farm Loop
Hiking South Dickey Ridge Trail and around Snead Farm loop provides both great exercise and wonderful opportunities for taking pictures of wildflowers, particularly at Snead Farm.
Shenandoah National Park – Hawksbill Mountain & Franklin Cliffs Loop Trail
The Hawksbill Mountain and Franklin Cliffs loop trail was an enjoyable hike with a variety of wildflowers.
Shenandoah National Park – Pass Mountain Trail to Double Bear Rocks
We completed the 8.4 mile hike in about 5 and a half hours (you have to factor in photographing time!). It was a good trail, with tall trees in the forest that looked dramatic in the morning mist.