October 27, 2024

Elkwallow to Thornton Gap

Shenandoah National Park


This post is a continuation of yesterday‘s account of my autumnal journey on Skyline Drive. I took way too many photos for one post, even after winnowing them down to my favorites. 

I stopped at the store at Elkwallow Wayside and then drove through the picnic area. There are no elk here, although they have been re-introduced into Virginia in a far corner of the state. 



I stopped at a few more overlooks.





By the time I reached Pass Mountain Overlook, I was ready to stretch my legs, and there’s a short trail that is not strenuous. 



From there, it’s a short drive to the exit to Route 211. I’m glad I went when I did. The colorful foliage does not last very long and I avoided the weekend crowds.


8 comments:

  1. Weekend crowds are to be avoided at all costs!

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  2. Hello,
    Your photos are beautiful, gorgeous Autumn colors.
    I saw some of the crowds lined up to get in on a facebook video. Take care, enjoy your day and have a great week ahead.

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  3. ...the maples are putting on quite a show.

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  4. Your photography is so good in these shots of beautiful leaves and trees and mountains. Thanks so much for sharing them!

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  5. Oh wow! Thanks for sharing these lovely autumnal captures. :)

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  6. aren't the fall colors great this year in VA ...so amazing. like glowy ... alive and so cool!! love it! ( ;

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  7. We were over there this past weekend. Made a big mistake going on the weekend :)

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