Mountain view near Cedar Escape at Massanutten Resort
Massanutten + Shenandoah Valley

Things to do, eat and explore.

From resort favorites to local hidden gems, here's everything you need to plan an unforgettable stay.

Everything at Massanutten Resort

Year-round activities just minutes from Cedar Escape.

WaterPark

Indoor/outdoor water fun for the whole family.

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Ski & Snowboard

Winter skiing, snowboarding, and lessons for all ages.

Details + Tickets

Snow Tubing & Ice Skating

Seasonal winter favorites for a full mountain day.

Details + Tickets

Adventure Park

Zip lines, climbing, and mountain adventures.

Details + Tickets

Golf

Two scenic 18-hole courses with mountain views.

Details + Tee Times

Trails & Scenic Chairlift

Hiking, biking, and scenic chairlift rides in season.

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Indoor Fun

Arcade, VR, miniature golf, and escape rooms.

Details

Spa & Fitness

Relax, recharge, and take care of yourself on your stay.

Details

What's Happening at Massanutten?

Events, entertainment and seasonal activities change throughout the year.

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What's Happening at Massanutten

See what's coming up on the mountain.

Live events. Seasonal fun. Something for everyone.

Coming Up on the Mountain
Saturdays  |  7-10 PM

Saturday Live Music

Rotating local acts keep the weekend going at Base Camp. Free to attend.

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Sundays  |  6-9 PM

Sunday Live Music

Wind the weekend down with live acoustic music at Base Camp. Free to attend.

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Around the Ridge

Things to do around the valley.

Shenandoah National Park overlook
~30 Minutes

Shenandoah National Park

Skyline Drive overlooks, waterfalls, hikes and views that never disappoint.

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Downtown Harrisonburg
~20 Minutes

Downtown Harrisonburg

Coffee shops, breweries, bookstores, local shopping and great restaurants.

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Shenandoah Valley scenery near Luray Caverns
~30–60 Minutes

Caverns & the Valley

Luray Caverns, Grand Caverns and more valley adventures worth the drive.

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Outdoor farmers market stalls
Year-Round

Harrisonburg Farmers Market

Turner Pavilion · 228 S. Liberty St., Harrisonburg, VA 22801

A year-round downtown market featuring local produce, baked goods, meats, cheeses, prepared foods, flowers and locally made goods.

Cedar Tip: Pair it with a morning in Downtown Harrisonburg — grab breakfast or coffee, walk the market, then explore the shops nearby.

Local Favorites

Where we eat.

Close to Cedar Escape
Empanadas, mofongo and grilled shrimp at Brisas del Caribe 809

Brisas del Caribe 809

Empanada + Mofongo Spot
Elkton, VA · ~12-13 min

Dominican favorites, empanadas, mofongo, plates, and more.

Best For
A flavorful Dominican meal close to the resort.

Booked guests: see the Cedar Escape digital guidebook for redemption details.

Breakfast bagel sandwich and deli spread at Mr. J's Bagels & Deli

Mr. J's Bagels & Deli

Bagels + Deli Favorites
Harrisonburg + Elkton, VA

Fresh bagels, breakfast favorites, deli sandwiches, and more.

Best For
A quick bagel or deli sandwich on the way to the resort.

Booked guests: see the Cedar Escape digital guidebook for redemption details.

Food spread at Hank's Grille

Hank's Grille

McGaheysville · ~12-13 min

Family friendly and the closest sit-down meal to the house.

Best For
A relaxed dinner without leaving the neighborhood.
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Romano's Italian Bistro

McGaheysville · ~12-13 min

Italian favorites right across the highway.

Best For
An easy, crowd-pleasing group dinner.
Burger and fries at Thirsty's Burgers

Thirsty's Burgers

McGaheysville area · ~12-13 min

Burgers, shakes and good vibes after a day on the hill.

Best For
A quick, casual bite the kids will love too.
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Thunderbird Cafe

McGaheysville · ~12-13 min

A local roadside diner favorite with a Southern-comfort twist.

Best For
Breakfast or brunch before a day at the resort.
Plate at Santa Fe Mexican Grille

Santa Fe Mexican Grille

McGaheysville · ~12-13 min

Tex-Mex favorites right in the village.

Best For
A casual, flavorful night when the group wants Mexican.
On the Resort
Deck seating at Campfire Grill

Campfire Grill

Massanutten Resort

Sit-down restaurant with a mountain-lodge atmosphere. Reservations are strongly recommended for larger groups.

Best For
A proper group dinner without leaving the resort.
Deck seating at Base Camp

Base Camp

Massanutten Resort

Casual pub-style food near the ski area.

Best For
Quick apres-ski food.
Entrance to Splash's Bar & Grill

Splash's Bar & Grill

Massanutten WaterPark

Casual meals and drinks right at the WaterPark.

Best For
Refueling between water slides.
Worth the Drive
LOCAL Chop & Grill House logo

LOCAL Chop & Grill House

Downtown Harrisonburg · ~20 min

Locally sourced steaks, chops, seasonal dishes and cocktails in downtown Harrisonburg.

Best For
Date night, celebrations, or a nicer adults' dinner.
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Wood Grill Buffet

Harrisonburg · ~20 min

A large homestyle buffet with plenty of variety for a mixed-age group.

Best For
Large families and groups where nobody can agree what to eat.
Pizza from Vito's Pizza Pie

Vito's Pizza Pie

Penn Laird · ~10 min

Pizza, subs and pasta — an easy group-friendly option when everyone wants something familiar.

Best For
Arrival night when nobody wants to decide on dinner.

More Than Dinner

Massanutten also hosts rotating dining experiences, tastings, demonstrations and special events throughout the year.

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Local Catering

Let someone else cook.

Especially useful for a house this size — arrival-night meals, birthdays, reunions, JMU weekends and multi-family stays.

Catering spread from Hank's Grille & Catering

Hank's Grille & Catering

McGaheysville

Trays and group meals that make arrival night easy.

Best For
Barbecue and feeding a full house.
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Crossroads Cafe & Catering

Penn Laird · ~10 min

Breakfast, lunch and event trays made fresh, plus made-from-scratch comfort food.

Best For
Arrival breakfast, brunch, or a full catered event.
A Valley Afternoon

Wineries, cideries & breweries.

Wine
Cider + Spirits
Beer
Groceries + Essentials

Forgot something? Stocking the fridge?

Here are our easiest stops for groceries, pharmacy needs and those inevitable "we forgot it" items.

Walmart logo
Groceries + Basics

Walmart Neighborhood Market

1942 Port Republic Rd
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Best For
Groceries, household basics, pharmacy needs and everyday essentials.
Cedar Tip
Planning delivery? Schedule your Walmart grocery order for around your arrival time so groceries show up as you're getting settled.
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One-Stop Essentials

Target — Harrisonburg

1995 E Market St
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Best For
Groceries, kids' items, clothing and household necessities.
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Shares this location with CVS, below
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Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy — Inside Target

1995 E Market St
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Best For
Prescriptions, medicine, first aid and health needs.
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Inside Target
The Market at Massanutten Station storefront
Inside Massanutten

The Market at Massanutten

1850 Meadow Vista Lane
Massanutten, VA 22840
Best For
Quick resort essentials & small items.
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