Master Plan Meeting for Shenandoah River SP
Join us for a Public Information Meeting about the master plan for Shenandoah River State Park on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 from 6 – 8 p.m. – Samuels Public Library - 330 E Criser Road, FrontRoyal, VA 22630 – White Meeting Room A
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INSIGHTS
One of New River Trail State Park's most notable features is the diverse array of trestles that span the river and its tributaries. Some of them are more than 100 years old and more than 1,000 feet long. The park launched a restoration project in 2023 to address some of the aging trestles. It's expected to last through the spring of 2025, and park visitors may experience trail closures or detours. READ MORE
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As the state's lead conservation agency, DCR protects what Virginians care about – open space, clean water, natural habitat, safe infrastructure and access to the outdoors.