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Shenandoah National Park Backcountry Permits

Sperryville, Maryland · Madison County · Permit

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Shenandoah National Park Backcountry Permits

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High62°F
Avg Low48°F
Peak Rain Chance32%
Humidity73%
UV (avg)4
Today
🌦
Drizzle
75°/60°
💧 7%🌬 13mph
↑ 7:10 AM ↓ 6:54 PM
Sat
🌦
Light Drizzle
60°/51°
💧 16%🌬 12mph
↑ 7:11 AM ↓ 6:53 PM
Sun
🌦
Rain Showers
53°/49°
💧 32%🌬 10mph
↑ 7:12 AM ↓ 6:51 PM
Mon
☁️
Overcast
67°/43°
🌬 13mph
↑ 7:13 AM ↓ 6:49 PM
Tue
☀️
Clear
57°/36°
🌬 5mph
↑ 7:14 AM ↓ 6:48 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

Photos

Backpacker hiking away from camera along trail in green forest
Backpacker hiking away from camera along trail in green forest — NPS
Brown sign with backcountry regulations listed
Brown sign with backcountry regulations listed — NPS
Person wearing hat, raincoat, and shorts setting up small white tent in the forest with a backpack next to them
Person wearing hat, raincoat, and shorts setting up small white tent in the forest with a backpack next to them — NPS
Person setting up tent with backpack nearby.
Person setting up tent with backpack nearby. — NPS

Plan Your Visit to Shenandoah National Park Backcountry Permits

Heading to Shenandoah National Park Backcountry Permits? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Shenandoah National Park Backcountry Permits?

No central reservation system listed for Shenandoah National Park Backcountry Permits. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/4675336) for the latest entry policy and availability.

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