Big Meadows Lodge, Mountain lodge in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia, US.
Big Meadows Lodge is a hotel in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia, offering 93 rooms distributed among a main lodge building, separate cabins, and suite units. The structures are built using local stone sourced from the Massanutten Mountains and reflect the crafted building approach characteristic of National Park Service rustic architecture.
Architect Marcellus Wright Jr. designed this lodge complex in 1939 following the National Park Service rustic architectural style. The interiors feature native chestnut wood harvested from nearby areas, which was common material for park buildings at that time.
The main dining space serves regional cuisine reflecting local food traditions, while the taproom hosts evening events featuring musicians from the surrounding area. These venues create informal gathering spaces where visitors encounter the food culture and entertainment customs of the region.
This lodge sits along Skyline Drive at the midpoint of the park and operates during the spring and fall seasons. Guests can access numerous hiking routes directly from the property and use it as a base for exploring the surrounding mountain terrain.
The property features outdoor seating areas on the terrace where guests can watch local wildlife while dining. This location draws visitors interested in observing deer, birds, and other animals that pass through the area throughout the day.
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