48hrs in Our Shenandoah Valley Winter Playground

You absolutely need to start your getaway at Bryce Resort – one of the top family friendly ski resorts in North America (Travel & Leisure, December 2020).

This 400-acre four-season resort is a family favorite for the following reasons:

Gentle slopes – perfect for kids and beginners new to the slopes to learn the ropes

Upper slopes – that challenge even the most seasoned skiers or riders with even the option of night skiing too!

Great slope layout – all trails converge at the same spot (chair lift) which makes it easy to keep an eye out for everyone in the group

Alternative activities for non-skiers or snowboarders – Tubing, ice skating and snow shoeing can keep you (and your little ones) entertained. 

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Want to plan ahead for lunch? Choose from three on-site food & beverage establishments: The Shenandoah Center Grill, which boasts some of the best views overlooking the slopes, the Copper Kettle Restaurant, which offers live entertainment as well as both indoor and outdoor seating, or the Food Shack for a quick bite!

COVID-19 Precautions
To help keep everyone safe, Bryce Resort has put in place operational guidelines that adhere to COVID-19 regulatory standards.

Apart from the common requirement to ensure masks or face coverings when in indoor or outdoor public spaces such as lift lines (unless eating or drinking), one of the most significant changes to take note of before your trip – is that all reservations must be made online! Which means if you plan to hit the slopes, make sure to purchase your lift tickets and rentals ahead. 

After a full day of hitting the slopes, head down the road to Harrisonburg’s culinary district. 

 Eager to check out some of the best Harrisonburg has to offer? Go to BoBoKo Indonesian Café, Harrisonburg’s top-rated restaurant on Tripadvisor! With a price range of $13 to $20 for entrees, and a delectable menu of traditional and fusion Indonesian cuisine, no wonder it is so popular. The beef rendang and chicken satay are some of the top recommendations. Make sure you book ahead – they only have a 20 seat capacity currently!

If pizza is what you want, check out Ruby’s Arcade, a family friendly spot for casual food and fun. They also have bowling, ping-pong, and darts onsite!  

If you’re looking for a more upscale option, try the Local Chop and Grill House. A contemporary steakhouse which offers a menu of quality steaks, chops, house-made charcuteries, and organic seasonal produce. Indulge in your dining experience as you soak in the old-world charm of the building’s stunning interior and enjoy the impeccable service and food!

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If you want to stay in Harrisonburg, treat yourself at the Joshua Wilton House, or if you are looking for a more affordable option check out the complete list of accommodations.

A short 20-minute drive from Harrisonburg, Massanutten is no ordinary winter resort. Located over 6,000 acres, Massanutten boasts of an overwhelming number of activities that can keep you coming back all season.

Massanutten offers:

An incredible indoor heated WaterPark with everything from lazy rivers, fun slides, inflatable floats, surfing and more

A family-friendly Adventure Park that offers adrenaline pumping outdoor activities like ridge rappelling, ziplining, climbing walls and so much more

A wide range of indoor activities at their Art Studio like hand painting glassware, jewelry making, cooking demonstrations, cupcake decorating workshops to name a few

And not forgetting winter sports like snow tubing, skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and more

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If two full days of winter adventure isn’t enough, plan in advance to stay at Massanutten in one of their lodging options such as a hotel suite or villa.

 

COVID-19 Precautions
To help keep everyone safe, Massanutten has also put in place operational guidelines like ensuring face masks to be worn indoors and outdoors on premises.

Additionally, due to the “Gathering Ban” per Virginia’s reopening plan, capacities into certain facilities will be capped – like the Family Adventure Park (250 people at any time). So do make sure to call ahead and check if bookings are required.

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If you’d like to plan to explore even more while you’re in Shenandoah County, Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, or the surrounding areas, check out visitshenandoahcounty.com, Visitharrisonburgva.com & visitrockingham.com. Stay and play!