United States, Virginia
Seventy five overlooks along the Shenandoah ridge, the northern half of the Blue Ridge run.
Length
169 km
In miles
105 mi
Driving time
4 hr 13 min
Atlas rating
8.7 / 10
The run
Front Royal to Rockfish Gap. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Fog and ice close sections in winter, 35 mph limit
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 15 April 2026
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