Bring the timeless beauty of Virginia's mountains home with this Shenandoah National Park Poster by Swell Scenes. Featuring rolling Blue Ridge Mountains with vibrant fall foliage and misty overlooks, this artwork captures the iconic vistas along Skyline Drive. Perfect for Virginia residents, Appalachian Trail hikers, DC area nature lovers, and anyone who's watched the sunrise from one of Shenandoah's legendary overlooks.
Why You'll Love It
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Iconic Virginia Landmark: Celebrates Shenandoah National Park's 200,000 acres of Blue Ridge Mountains, featuring famous scenic overlooks and the 105-mile Skyline Drive experience.
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Blue Ridge Beauty: Rich autumn colors and layered mountain ridges capture the famous "blue" haze that gives the Blue Ridge Mountains their name.
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Perfect Virginia Gift: Ideal for Virginia residents, DC/Maryland/NoVA hikers, Appalachian Trail enthusiasts, UVA alumni, or anyone missing Shenandoah's mountain serenity.
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Mountain Home Decor: Brings the peaceful majesty of Virginia's mountains to homes, cabins, offices, or any space celebrating East Coast wilderness and Appalachian culture.
About Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah National Park, established in 1935, protects over 200,000 acres of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia, offering one of the most accessible yet stunning mountain escapes on the East Coast. Located just 75 miles from Washington DC, the park attracts over 1.4 million visitors annually who come to experience the legendary Skyline Drive—a 105-mile scenic road that runs the entire length of the park along the mountain crest, connecting 75 scenic overlooks with sweeping valley views. The drive reaches elevations over 3,500 feet, offering panoramas where layer upon layer of mountain ridges fade into the characteristic blue haze created by isoprene released from the forest canopy—the natural phenomenon that gave the Blue Ridge its name. Shenandoah encompasses a section of the Appalachian Trail, with 101 miles of the iconic 2,190-mile footpath traversing the park's spine, plus over 500 additional miles of hiking trails ranging from easy waterfall walks to challenging ridge scrambles. The park transforms dramatically through seasons—spring brings wildflower carpets and rushing waterfalls, summer offers lush green canopies and wildlife viewing (black bears, white-tailed deer, wild turkeys), fall explodes with spectacular foliage that draws leaf-peepers from across the country, and winter creates stark beauty with icy waterfalls and snow-capped peaks. Old Rag Mountain stands as the park's most popular and challenging hike, requiring rock scrambling to reach 360-degree summit views. Dark Hollow Falls, Whiteoak Canyon, and Bearfence Mountain offer diverse hiking experiences from family-friendly to strenuous. The park's proximity to the DC metro area makes it a weekend escape for millions, while its authentic Appalachian character preserves a mountain heritage dating back to pre-park settlements. Big Meadows, Skyland, and Lewis Mountain provide lodging and camping, though many visitors simply drive Skyline Drive for the overlook experience. Whether you're a Northern Virginia resident who escapes to Shenandoah for weekend hikes, a DC transplant who discovered the mountains as an antidote to city life, an Appalachian Trail thru-hiker who walked Virginia's section, someone who proposed at one of the overlooks, or a leaf-peeping pilgrim who returns every October for the fall colors, this poster honors Virginia's mountain sanctuary and the Blue Ridge vistas that make Shenandoah unforgettable.
Print & Frame Details
- Premium 189gsm matte paper using archival pigment inks
- Rich Blue Ridge mountain colors with layered ridge detail
- Framed options include a 0.75″ (1.9 cm) Ayous wood frame in black, white, or natural
- Lightweight Acrylite front protector and hanging hardware included
- Available in multiple sizes, framed or unframed
- Printed to order to reduce waste and support sustainable practices
Thoughtful Craftsmanship
At Swell Scenes, every print is made to order with museum-quality materials. Our national park art series celebrates America's protected landscapes — made for hikers and nature lovers who want to honor the parks that inspire them.
About Swell Scenes
Swell Scenes turns national parks and iconic landscapes into bold, beautiful artwork that fits any space. With a passion for wilderness, Appalachian heritage, and design, our posters celebrate the protected places that define American natural beauty.
