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Explore All That The Shenandoah Valley Has To Offer This Fall

Fall is arguably the best season in Harrisonburg, VA.

Brooke Withers
Aug 14, 2017
James Madison
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Explore All That The Shenandoah Valley Has To Offer This Fall

As summer winds down, thoughts of colder weather, bonfires, and football games are on the brain. Fall is arguably the best season in Harrisonburg, VA, as the students are back in town and excitement, is in the air. With so much happening on campus, why not take a break from the chaos and explore all that the Shenandoah Valley has to offer.

1. Kayak on the Shenandoah River

Before the weather cools down, take a day to kayak on the Shenandoah River with friends. If kayaking isn't for you, try tubing or canoeing! A day on the river can be made easy with rentals offered by Shenandoah River Outfitters.

2. Cross Keys Vineyard

Cross Keys is a staple to any JMU student. Grab a cheese tray, a glass of one of the wineries award winning wines, and enjoy the breathtaking views. Feeling bougie? Cross Keys offers delicious Sunday Brunch that you don't want to miss!

3. Puppy Farm

Give Gap View Ranch & Kennel a visit this fall. Located in Broadway, Gap View is just a short 30-minute drive from JMU. Play with adorable Golden Retriever puppies and drop a couple dollars in the donation jar.

4. White Oak Lavender Farm

The White Oak Lavender Farm is another fun spot in the Harrisonburg area. Visit the farm animals or try the lavender flavored ice-cream and wine!

5. Harrisonburg Farmer's Market

Pick up some farm fresh produce and other goods at the Harrisonburg Farmer's Market. Just a short walk from campus, the farmers market is in the heart of downtown. Open from 8-1 on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

6. Reddish Knob

Catch a sunrise or sunset at Reddish Knob. This overlook is about a 40-minute drive from JMU but definitely worth the trek.

7. Trivia Night at Clementine, Dave's, or Bdubs

Put your knowledge to the test at Trivia Night! Enjoy wings for 40 cents on Tuesday nights at Dave's Traverna while you put your knowledge to the test. Also on Tuesday nights, Clementine Cafe hosts trivia night in downtown Harrisonburg. If Tuesday doesn't work for you, Buffalo Wild Wings holds a very competitive trivia night on Wednesday, be sure to grab a team and get there early for your chance to win!

8. A trip to Showalter's Orchard

Fall is the perfect time for apple picking! 30 minutes north of Harrisonburg, Showalter's Orchard is located in Timberville. Stop by Showalter's for a cider tasting or to pick your own apples.

9. Pebble Hall Wild Flowers

Pack a little picnic, grab a blanket, and head to Pebble Hall to pick wildflowers. The price of the flowers is determined by the width of the stems. Located in Weyers Cave!

10. Shenandoah Beerwerks Trail

Follow the Shenandoah Beerwerks trail to enjoy all of the craft breweries the Valley has to offer! The Beerwerks trail connects breweries in Rockingham, Augusta, and Rockbridge counties, see more at: http://beerwerkstrail.com

11. Back Home on The Farm


Visit Back Home on The Farm this fall, a 240-acre farm in Rockingham County that offers fall corn mazes, pig races, and of course pumpkin picking!

With all of these fun options at your fingertips, you're sure to find fun activities around Harrisonburg this fall!

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