Threats/Benefits
Shenandoah Mountain provides wonderful habitat for plants and animals, clean drinking water for thousands of people, and a wide variety of recreational opportunities. Everyone who lives in the Shenandoah Valley benefits from a healthy Shenandoah Mountain, and so does our local tourism-based economy. Shenandoah Mountain is at a critical juncture. New threats that could have profound effects on Shenandaoh Mountain are coming our way, such as industrial energy development. We would like to see this special place remain wild and natural so that we can continue to derive the many benefits we enjoy now.
Learn more about the threats coming our way and the benefits Shenandoah Mountain offers.
Learn more about the threats coming our way and the benefits Shenandoah Mountain offers.
- Threats (hydrofracking, industrial wind development on the ridges of Shenandoah Mountain, and more)
- Economic Benefits (recreational tourism, clean water, and more)
- Trails (network of trails on Shenandoah Mountain, including the new Great Eastern Trail)
- Water Quality (Staunton, Harrisonburg, and other communities downstream get their municipal water from Shenandoah Mountain)
- Recreation (hunting, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, camping, nature study, scenic driving - lots of fun to be had!)
- Short Hikes (Get out and explore the proposed Shenandoah Mountain National Scenic Area!)
- Birding and Wildlife Trails (Tour these sites by automobile or bicycle.)