Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park
Peak color along the Blue Ridge usually arrives in mid to late October. Enter at Thornton Gap near Luray, about an hour from Bryce Resort, and hike to Stony Man summit for one of the park's best views.
Fall guide · Bryce Resort, Shenandoah Valley
Fall foliage in the Shenandoah Valley
Fall is the Shenandoah Valley's busiest season for a reason. Drive Skyline Drive through the color, stop at a valley winery on the way back, and spend the evening around the fire pit at Bryce Resort.
Color closer to home
The ridges around Bryce Resort and the George Washington National Forest turn at about the same time. Ride the chairlift at Bryce or hike to Big Schloss for long views with fewer crowds.
Golf and mountain biking
Bryce's golf course and lift-served bike park stay open into fall, and both are included with your 6 free passes.
Wineries, orchards and small towns
Route 11 links the valley's wineries, farm stands and towns like Woodstock, Edinburg and New Market.
6free Bryce Resort passes with every stayWorth about $600 per day for your group
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Ski, tube, golf, ride and paddle on us
Six all-access passes hang by the door when you arrive. Grab them on your way to the slopes, the bike park or the beach at Lake Laura, and hang them back up when you get home.
- WinterSki lift tickets45 skiable acres, 3 aerial lifts and 4 carpet lifts
- WinterSnow tubing800-foot tubing lanes
- WinterIce skatingOutdoor rink at the base area
- Spring to fallMountain bike lift11 lift-served trails, beginner to advanced
- In seasonGolf18 holes, green fees and cart included
- Spring to summerLake LauraBeach, floating docks, paddleboards, canoes and kayaks
Good to know
Fall at Bryce Resort: questions
When is peak fall foliage in the Shenandoah Valley?
Peak color in Shenandoah National Park and the Shenandoah Valley usually falls between mid and late October, with higher elevations turning first.
How far is Bryce Resort from Skyline Drive?
About one hour to the Thornton Gap entrance near Luray.
Should I book early for October?
Yes. October weekends book up early across the Shenandoah Valley, so reserve as soon as your dates are set.