Drive Skyline Drive with a location-aware audio guide that points out overlooks, waterfalls, historical sites and wildlife hotspots. Pre-download the tour and use suggested itineraries to turn a scenic drive into a curated Shenandoah experience.
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You ease onto Skyline Drive at dawn, windows cracked to the cool mountain air, and the voice in your pocket begins to tell you what the ridge already knows: where the best overlooks sit, which waterfalls are worth the side trail, and which meadow is most likely to hold a grazing deer.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–24 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required for the drive; select hikes vary from easy (short falls) to strenuous (Old Rag) if you choose to explore on foot.
Wildlife
History
The park was established in the 1930s as part of a conservation push that displaced some mountain communities and established Skyline Drive as a scenic corridor and gateway to Appalachian landscapes.
Conservation
Shenandoah emphasizes Leave No Trace and seasonal access management; during peak foliage and fire seasons, stay on designated roads and trails and check for closures.
Reserve your spot on the Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Shenandoah National Park today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Pre-download before you go
Download the GuideAlong app and audio tour over Wi‑Fi; no cell service is required while touring.
Bring car power and audio options
Use a USB/C car charger and pair via Bluetooth or use your phone speaker — CarPlay/Android Auto aren’t supported.
Timing for wildlife
Visit Big Meadows at dawn or dusk for the best chance to see deer, elk and black bear from a safe distance.
Plan for Old Rag access
If you plan to hike Old Rag, check the day‑use ticket window (typically Mar–Nov) and build in 5–6 hours for the circuit.
Phone with GuideAlong app
You need the app and downloaded tour for location-based narration and maps.
USB/C car charger
Keeps your device charged through long driving days and when using GPS audio.
Binoculars
Useful for scanning Big Meadows and ridgeline wildlife without disturbing animals.
Sturdy walking shoes
Comfortable shoes let you step out at overlooks or tackle short trails like Dark Hollow Falls.