Newbie in SNP needs advice

[staxblues]

I will be in Harrisonburg, VA area on Thursday 6/28 through 7/4 and would appreciate any advice on some good hiking trails in the area.
I will be with my 13 year old son and we have hiked a lot in the NC/TN/VA (mostly Grayson Highlands, MT Rogers). Heard/read that the SNP
offers beautiful hiking opportunities. Would like to hike 6 days and can do a loop or spend a few nights in one area and drive to another.
Anyone use a shuttle service in this area? Thanks.

[Cookerhiker]

You have a lot of possibilities. In addition to Shenandoah NP, you're close to George Washington National Forest with a myriad of hiking trails. This link (http://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/gwj/recreation/hiking) gives you info on both day hiking and backpacking.

The PATC publishes maps and guidebooks for all the trails near you. You could peruse their website (http://www.patc.net/PublicView/) and get some ideas.

[FarmerChef]

Yup. Lots of good hiking possibilities. Shuttle information can be found on the ATC website here (http://www.appalachiantrail.org/docs/default-document-library/at-shuttles-parking-vandalism-6-12-12.pdf). I've used GratefulGreenpeaceGuy (Mike Evans) myself and highly recommend him.

Not sure from your post if you plan to overnight or day hike with evenings in a hotel/lodge. If you're going to overnight on a trail in the park, be sure to check out the regs to know how/where you can set up your tent or find a shelter and be sure to pick up a free backcountry permit at one of the park entrances.

[Blissful]

Old Rag is the classic SNP hike.