Shenandoah National Park In the new Virginia -recently announced the closure of several routes and parking areas due to damage caused by heavy rainfall. The closure will only be temporary, and the public will be able to access all areas of the garden when maintenance is over.
It is still unclear when the route is reopened. Visitors are advised to avoid routes with water crossings, as garden management reminds everyone that not all roads have been inspected, which means being careful.
Visitors who head to Shenandoah National Park will soon be able to choose from a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and camping.
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Shenandoah National Park announces the closure of popular routes due to heavy rain
Shenandoah National Park has begun to warn visitors about heavy rainfall and its damaging effects on May 13, claiming:
Although rain is very much needed, potential hazards can develop due to heavy rainfall and floods.
The next day, the first route was closed to the public because of the washed area. On Monday, May 19, Park Management published a list of all routes closed due to heavy rains. As of today, these include:
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Limberlost Trail (Stone 43)
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Skyland Horse Trail (Batu 49.4)
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North Fork Moormans River Trail (border access from Sugar Hollow Road)
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South Fork Moormans River Trail (border access from Sugar Hollow Road)
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Appalachian connectors near the Hawksbill (Mile 45.5) parking area
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Dark Hollow Falls Trail (Batu 50.7)
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Whiteoak Canyon Trail (Mile 42.6 at Skyline Drive and border access from Route 600)
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Old parking area (border access from Nethers Road)
These areas are damaged by these new storms, which produce several inches of rain and cause floods. According to the official authorities, some areas now have ruts about 2 feet deep and 1 to 2 feet wide.
The Virginia Department of Transport is currently doing maintenance work, but it is still unclear when the route will be reopened.
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What does Shenandoah Park have to do to stay safe?
Weather experts believe additional rainfall is expected in the area, so more routes may soon be closed. Visitors should keep in mind that not all roads have been evaluated, so everyone explores the park should be careful.
Park management generally advises visitors to avoid routes with water crossings due to current conditions.
To continue to be updated with the latest news, sign up for Shenandoah Alert by sending Shenalerts to 888777.
Visitors are also advised to be careful for lice. These small parasites eat mammalian blood, including humans, and tend to come out after rain or high humidity.
To avoid bites, wear long pants and socks, use insect repellents, and check checks after spending time outside.
Shenandoah National Park is not the only new park to announce the closure of the trail. The Great Smoky Mountains Park closes the Bullhead trail from early May to November 6 because of important recovery work.
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What can visitors do in Shenandoah National Park now?
Camping in forests in Shenandoah Mountains, Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
Although some routes are now closed, there are still many things to do in Shenandoah National Park. These protected areas are home to several campsites, some of which are only accessible through bookings and several operations on the first basis.
The park also has several picnic places where you can enjoy a meal outdoors with your family. There are also several exhibitions that need to be checked, including the Dickkey Ridge Visitor Center and Massanutten Lodge. For outdoor activities, many hiking and biking routes do not cross the river and, therefore, are open to visitors.