June 27, 28, 29: Shenandoah National Park, Big Meadows Campground

On June 27th we traveled from Virginia Beach to Big Meadows campground in the Shenandoah National Park. There we met up with our daughter Francesca and her husband Patrick, and our two grandchildren Luke and Juliana. We dry camped for three nights. Fran and her family had a cabinm and were ther for two nights.  Everyone had a good time hiking and enjoying the amenities at the lodge.



Elaine and I at the Black Rock overlook near Big Meadows 

Sunset from the back patio of the Big Meadows lodge.

Out two little monkeys playing with Elaine's ipad

Fran and the family posing just before leaving.

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