If your group chat has been saying “we need a girl’s trip” for ages now, consider this your sign! Shenandoah County is the perfect place for a getaway that mixes adventure, cozy moments, good food and just the right amount of spontaneity.

Think: biking through mountain trails, kayaking peaceful rivers, late-night drinks, sweet treats and maybe even a commemorative tattoo if the mood strikes. Here are some basics to kick off the planning:

Stay Somewhere Unique

Trade the typical stay for something way more adventurous: airstreams and cottages. In Woodstock, your group can choose from two vintage airstreams, "Shenandoah River Airstream-Mountain Views" and the "Airstream on Shenandoah River", or two quaint cottages including "Misty River Cottage" and the "Shenandoah Riverfront and Mountain View Cottage", that offer the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and cozy comfort. Depending on the size of your group, you can rent multiple, as they sit along the river right next to each other. Spend the day exploring the area, then come back to relax around the firepit with a glass of wine (local, of course!) and a sky full of stars.

Start the Adventure Underground

Kick off your trip with a visit to Shenandoah Caverns, one of the Shenandoah Valley’s most fascinating natural attractions. A guided tour takes you through a stunning underground world filled with colorful formations, dramatic rock structures and fascinating geology. As an added bonus, it’s a great opportunity for group photos that are a little more exciting than the usual selfie!

Fuel Up

Adventures require fuel, and we can deliver. Plan your trip around Flour to Fork’s Wednesday Pizza Night, at which fresh ingredients and wood-fired pizzas create the perfect laid-back dinner atmosphere.

For something sweet, stop by A Rad Cookie Bake Shop and treat yourselves to freshly baked cookies that are almost too pretty to eat. We said almost.

Heading out for a day on the trails or river? Grab food to go from Happenings or Jillian’s Farmstead Kitchen so you can take an amazing lunch along for the adventure.

Coffee and a Plan

Start the morning with a caffeine boost from Coffee to Grow or Jackson’s Corner Café. Both are perfect spots to gather the group, sip a latte and decide how adventurous the day is going to be.

From there, you’re just minutes away from hiking trails and outdoor fun, or a quick trip to Bryce Resort where you can kayak, canoe, hike or hit the mountain bike trails.

Gear Up and Explore

Prior to heading outdoors, make a quick stop at Valley Trail Bike & Run. You can grab healthy snacks, pick up a new pair of trail shoes or get your bike tuned up in their maintenance shop before your group hits the trails.

If fishing is on the itinerary, the famous Murray’s Fly Shop is a must-stop for gear and expert local advice on casting in the North Fork of the Shenandoah River. And if your group has a skate boarder in the mix, swing through Yobbos skate, BMX, and guitar shop in Strasburg, VA.

Choose Your Adventure

Now for the main event! Here are a few ways to explore Shenandoah County together:

· Take a Burgess E-Bike Tour: Cruise scenic roads and get countryside views without worrying about steep climbs.

· Kayak the Shenandoah River: Rent kayaks from Seven Bends State Park and paddle along the peaceful North Fork of the Shenandoah River.

· Plan a girl’s fishing trip: With guidance and gear from Murray’s Fly Shop, you can spend the day learning to cast on the North Fork.

· Hit the trails: The Shenandoah Valley is packed with scenic hiking trails ranging from easy walks to mountain overlooks.

· Ride Bryce Bike Park: For a true adrenaline rush, head to Bryce Resort’s downhill bike park and spend the day riding mountain trails.

And if someone (or everyone) in the group suddenly decides to commemorate the trip with a tattoo at The Black Rose Tattoo? Well … this is that kind of weekend.

End the Night Right

When the sun goes down, the fun doesn’t stop! Head out for late-night drinks at Springhouse Tavern, The Burn Barrel or Pale Fire Brewing in Basye to toast to a day well spent. Order a local craft beer and start planning the next girl’s getaway … because once you experience Shenandoah County together, you’ll definitely want to come back!