What is an Overlook?
Skyline Drive Overlook. A scenic overlook, is an observation point, lookout or viewing point, in a high place where visitors can view long range views and scenery. Scenic overlooks are usually created alongside mountain roads, as simple turnouts where motorists can pull over to photograph or take in an amazing view. Many are larger, having parking areas, while some are off the road completely and you have to hike to see the view.
Overlooks are frequently found in national parks, and in the U.S. along national parkways like the Skyline Drive Parkway, which has 75 individually-named overlooks for viewing the Shenandoah Valley (Blue Ridge Mountains) and its peaks and valleys. Other overlooks are next to waterfalls, especially since mountain roads tend to follow streams.
Many overlooks are accessible only by trails and boardwalk-like walkways and stairs. This is typical in very ecologically-sensitive areas. These overlooks are often wooden deck structures, which minimize the impact on the land by reducing the need to disturb it for construction.
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- Skyline Drive Overlooks 1-15
- Skyline Drive Overlooks 16-30
- Skyline Drive Overlooks 31-45
- Skyline Drive Overlooks 46-60
- Skyline Drive Overlooks 61-75
Top 5 Skyline Drive Shenandoah National Park Overlooks
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