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Pets

Pets must be kept on a leash at all times. They are allowed on all but 14 miles of the 500 miles of trails.

Horseback Riding

Stables are located at Skyland (Mile 41.7 & 42.5). They are open daily from April thru October and weekends in November. You must be at least 4'10" to ride. Advance reservations recommended. See the Contact information page for the phone number.

Fishing

Native brook trout provide a challenge to those who are willing to hike to streams in the park. Fishing is permitted with a Virginia license, which can be purchased at most wayside facilities and camp stores in the park. An annual listing of streams open to fishing is available at visitor contact stations. For more information, see Flystream.com.

Fall Foliage

Fall is one of the busiest times in the park, when campgrounds and lodges are most likely to fill up. The reason for this is the spectacular fall colors you can see along skyline drive. October is the best time to see the leaves, but peak color usually lasts only a few days.

Firearms

Hunting or discharging any kind of weapon is prohibited. Firearms must be unloaded and cased at all times within the park.

Protected Features

All Park features are protected. Do not deface or remove any natural or historic features. Do not pick wildflowers or other plants, kill, capture feed, or molest wildlife.