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How often have you said aloud, “I would love to get away for the day and relax by a quiet pond, stream, or have a quiet leisurely walk”. Now you can stop talking about it and do it! You can do all this in the Town of Shenandoah.

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Enjoy all the seasons at the Shenandoah Landing & River Park. There are facilities for picnics, a paved trail and wildlife. You can fish, go boating, jet skiing, go tubing, rent a canoe or do all. There are picnic tables and grills for cookouts. There is a swing and a gazebo. The gazebo can be rented for special events. Shenandoah Landing & River Park is located at 315 Morrison Road.

Accommodations

SHENANDOAH - (area code 540) A Exquisite River Paradise, 301 Morrison Rd. 877-226-0518

Lydia Mountain Motel, 409 Long Ave. 652-1000 Purple Thorn, LLC, 442 First St. 820-0974

Box Car Deli & Subs, 502 First St. 652-1011

Karen’s Frozen Favorites, 115 Maryland Ave.

Mamma Mia Pizza, 701 S. Third St.

Mr. Garcia’s Mexican Grill, 211 Quincy Ave. 742-8655

Rudy’s North Side Diner, 418 N. Fifth St. 652-2002

Southern Market, 609 S. Third St. 652-0466

Points of Interest

Big Gem Park, 736 Fourth St.

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Museum & Welcome Center, 507 First St. 652-8773

Shenandoah River Adventures, 415 Long Ave.

Big Gem Park is a 68-acre park with hiking trails, swings, playground equipment, picnic tables, picnic shelters, benches, a gazebo, fishing in the pond, and grills are available. Most of this 68 acre park is undeveloped and provides many bird and wildlife enthusiasts with a place to see them in their natural habitat. 540-652-8164.

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Shenandoah River Park, 315 Morrison Rd. 652-8164

Shenandoah Speedway, 301 Precision Rd.. 652-1108

T-Bowl Lanes, 414 N. Fifth St. ...................... 652-8126

Town Hall, 426 First St. ................................. 652-8164

Veterans Park, 205 Virginia Ave. ................... 652-8164

WigWam Village Playground, 305-First St.... 652-8164

540-652-8126

414 N. 5th St., Shenandoah (See ad on page 63)

Town of Elkton

Elkton is a small town of approximately 2,900 residents nestled on the east side of Rockingham County, in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. You will enjoy the setting in small town Elkton with the Blue Ridge Mountains as the backdrop. Located about five miles west of the Swift Run Gap entrance to Shenandoah National Park which the Appalachian Trail passes through. Two miles down the road in Elkton, you can put your canoe or kayak in the Shenandoah River. And about five miles away is Massanutten Resort which has year round activities for the vacationer.

Campgrounds

Stonewall Memorial Park has two covered picnic shelters. One has 20 picnic tables and one has 9 picnic tables. The Shelters have electricity and restrooms on site. Both shelters have access to the Fort Stonewall Kids Castle, basketball court, tennis court, volleyball courts, baseball/softball fields and horseshoe pits.

Elkton Area Community Center

The Elkton Area Community Center, a joint project by the Town of Elkton and Rockingham County, is now open to serve the citizens of eastern Rockingham County and surrounding areas. The design of this center allows many opportunities for various programs and activities for all ages. This includes recreation programs as well as community programs and events. Our friendly staff will be glad to answer any questions. Just give us a call at 540-298-8730.

Miller-Kite House Museum

The museum is located in a house that served as the headquarters of General Stonewall Jackson for two weeks in 1862 during the beginning of the Shenandoah Valley Campaign. The exhibit features many items from the Civil War era including mostly Confederate weapons, documents, uniforms, and more. Some articles belonging to Jackson. Open Sundays only, 1-5pm through Labor Day weekend. Free admission. Located at 310 W. Spotswood Trail, Elkton, 540-578-3046.

If you’re looking for adventures why not explore our many attractions. Whether you want to do something outdoors, like horseback riding, hiking, or visiting the Shenandoah National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway, or just wander through the woods, there is something for everyone to see and do all year round. Check out the museums, vineyards, and the festivals and events. There are many specialty shops located throughout the Shenandoah Valley with handmade crafts, gifts, art, and antiques.

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