Shenandoah National ParkLocation: Central Virginia
Known for: Skyline Drive, a 105 mi road that winds between open vistas, forest-hemmed stretches, and easily accessible wilderness.
Biggest crowds: Summer and Fall.
Accessibility: Skyline Drive can get extremely crowded in peak season, but you can see a lot from there.
Why kids like it: Easy hikes and amazing views.
What hikers say: There are over 500 miles of trails, including pieces of the Appalachian Trail.
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