(^7) Horse-fanciers will want to book a trail ride Skyland
through Shenandoah at Skyland Stables999-2210; guided group rides (%540-
1/2½hr $30/50; May-Oct)to two-and-a-half hours. Rides last up h9am-5pm
and are a great way to see the wildlife and epic vistas. Pony rides are
also available for the wee members of your party. This is a good spot
to break up your trip if you’re into hiking (and if you’re on this trip, we’re
assuming you are). access to local trailheads You’ve got great
around here, and the sunsets are fabulous. The accommodations
are a little rustic, but in a charming way (the Trout Cabin was built
in 1911, and it feels like it, but we mean this in the most complimentary
way possible.) The place positively oozes nostalgia, but if you’re into amenities, you may
The Drivesouth on Skyline Drive to get to nd it a little dilapidated. » It’s only 1.5 miles
the Whiteoak parking area.
(^8) Area At MP 42.6, Whiteoak Canyon Whiteoak
Canyon is another area of Skyline Drive that ounmatched hiking and ff ers
exploration opportunities. There are several parking areas that all provide
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WHY THIS IS A CLASSIC TRIPADAM KARLIN,
AUTHOR Skyline Drive is one of America’s original scenic drives. The
Shenandoah Valley is a mind-bendingly beautiful combination of two seemingly at odds ecosystems:
the rough, forested mountains of the Appalachians on one hand, and the manicured hills of the Virginia
Piedmont on the other. We’ve included plenty of grand hikes and great food to accompany you on
your way among the clouds.
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Cumberland
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Willingboro
Raleigh
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Warminster Point
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Petersburg
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Norfolk
Reading
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Harrisonburg
Lynchburg
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35 to the 10 mile–long Island Beach State Park(weekday/weekend $12/
summer; completely undevelopedbarrier island backed h8am-8pm), a by
dunes and tall grasses separating the bay from the ocean.
mainland, take Rte 37 from^5 The Drivep 116^ » To reach the
Seaside Heights; you cross a long bridge over Barnegat Bay before reaching the strip-mall
lled sprawl of Tom’s River. Hop on the Garden State Parkway south, then Rte 72 and the bridge over Manahawkin Bay.
Island Only a very narrow^6 Long Beach
inlet separates this long sliver of an island, with its beautiful beaches
and impressive summer homes, from the very southern tip of Island
Beach State Park and northern shore towns. Within throwing
the landmark Lighthousedistance of the park is (% Barnegat 609-494-
2016; http://www.njparksandforests.org; oh8am-4pm)ff Long Beach Blvd; which off ers
panoramic views at the top. Fishermen cast ofrom a jetty extending ff
2000ft along the AOcean and a short nature trail begins just in tlantic
with small history and photography displays. front of a visitor center
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OWNER, SKIPPER LOCAL KNOWLEDGEDAVE POWITZ
DIPPER ICE CREAM The Barnegat Lighthouse is beautiful from nearly every angle,
but I think it looks best from water. Don’t have access to a bA great view is from the beach in the the oat?
neighborhood of High Bar HarboDrive to the end of Sunset look across Barnegat Bay to enjBlvd, and oy r.
the best view on the island.
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A world-class modern art museumBeacon62 miles
Gilded Age mansions Several magnificent and gardensTarrytown16 miles
1 mileThe CloistersMedieval frescoes in a castle overlookingthe Hudson
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
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Hudson Valley
5 DAYS 115 MILES / 185KM
GREAT FOR ... HBJ
BEST TIME TO GO Grounds of historic estates open mid-May
through September.
I Valley view from Olana for classic panorama.ESSENTIAL PHOTO
K It’s worth making a pilgrimage to Blue Hill BEST FOR FOODIES
at Stone Barns.
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Painters, presidents and captains of industry were beguiled by the breathtaking river views this drive affords. The mansions still
stand, as do forested parks, museums and a military academy.
Hudsonwith a hip community An attractive town
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on our favorite routes in this book.
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Hudson
Valley ..................5 DAYS. 35
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Finger Lakes
Loop ...................3 DAYS. 65
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Shore ..............3–7 DAYS. 107
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Maryland ............4 DAYS. 203
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The Civil War
Tour .....................3 DAYS. 277