The Trails Forever Fund
In December 2022, winter storms brought down over 600 trees across Skyline Drive, closing the park for nearly two months. Volunteer crews joined park staff…
We work with partners and the park to make sure all park visitors have the experience of a lifetime. From upgrades in the campground to trail maintenance, electric car charging stations, and more, we are committed to helping people connect to the park by making their experience smooth and worry-free.
Current Projects
Trailer Pad Upgrades
Project Title: Trailer Pad Upgrades Project Purpose: To upgrade at least four trailer pads at various locations in Shenandoah National Park to provide full-service hookups…
Maintaining Shenandoah’s Roads & Trails
Keeping trails in top condition not only keeps hikers happy, but it’s good for the environment! Donor-funded trail maintenance crews makes for happy hikers, bikers,…
Track Trails
The Limberlost Trail in Shenandoah is a flat, 1.3-mile loop trail that is accessible to people of all ages and abilities. Thanks to donors of…
Artists-In-Residence
The Hudson River School painters of the mid-1800s were instrumental in the birth of national parks. Until this time, American artists had focused primarily on…
Past Projects
Bike Repair Stations
BIKE REPAIR STATIONS in Shenandoah National Park are made possible by the generosity of donors to the Shenandoah National Park Trust, including lead gifts from…
Electric Car Charging Stations
Donors like you have supported electric charging stations currently in operation at Byrd Visitor Center. Over 1.5 million people visit Shenandoah each year simply to…
Old Rag Parking Lot + Archaeological Dig
SNP Trust was able to purchase the property from the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club and donated it to the park. We funded an archaeological study…