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id: "60646"
name: Skyline Drive
distance: "105"
duration: 6 to 8 hours to enjoy the byway.
description: During its over seventy year history, Skyline Drive has offered travelers the opportunity to view many of the most scenic vistas in the eastern United States. The experience combines the protected setting of Shenandoah National Park with two visitor centers, miles of hiking trails, and opportunities for wildlife viewing.
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organization:
  - url: https://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/driving-skyline-drive.htm
    name: Skyline Drive
websites:
  - url: https://www.virginia.org/places-to-visit/scenic-drives-and-byways/byways/scenic-skyline-drive/
    name: Virginia Travel Guide
attractions:
  - url: https://www.nps.gov/shen/index.htm
    name: Shenandoah National Park
designations:
  - National Scenic Byway
  - National Parkway
states:
  - VA
ll:
  - -78.20059750128311
  - 38.90698794385378
bounds:
  - - -78.859016
    - 38.031229
  - - -78.16355900000002
    - 38.90698794385378
books: "978-1426219054"

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During its over seventy year history, Skyline Drive has offered travelers the opportunity to view many of the most scenic vistas in the eastern United States. The experience combines the protected setting of Shenandoah National Park with two visitor centers, miles of hiking trails, and opportunities for wildlife viewing.