Welcome to River Nest
Food scene
These are some of our favorite local spots:
Convenient and really good Italian food. The specials are usually outstanding.
21 locals recommend
Mamma Mia Italian Restaurant
701 S 3rd StConvenient and really good Italian food. The specials are usually outstanding.
Really good Mexican food and great margaritas
18 locals recommend
Mr. Garcia's Mexican Grill and Cantina
211 Quincy AveReally good Mexican food and great margaritas
Great home-style southern food. Try the fired chicken but leave room for a milkshake
28 locals recommend
Southern Kitchen
9576 US-11Great home-style southern food. Try the fired chicken but leave room for a milkshake
Simple but great place for Breakfast, Lunch or early Dinner (they close early) - Cash Only
21 locals recommend
Hawksbill Diner
1388 E Main StSimple but great place for Breakfast, Lunch or early Dinner (they close early) - Cash Only
Rudy’s Diner (Northside)
418 N 5th StNice place to grab a bite to eat anytime they're open.
Sightseeing
Winter or summer, there is nice indoor/outdoor water park if want to try something different. It's only 20-minutes away.
88 locals recommend
Massanutten Indoor WaterPark
1200 Adventure DrWinter or summer, there is nice indoor/outdoor water park if want to try something different. It's only 20-minutes away.
Incredible views with picturesque landscape from the moment you enter the park. Fall foliage is a must see if possible.
Shenandoah National Park
Incredible views with picturesque landscape from the moment you enter the park. Fall foliage is a must see if possible.
Beautiful University nestled in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley.
There's plenty of near by wineries in the Harrisonburg area if the academic seen isn't your thing.
45 locals recommend
James Madison University
800 S Main StBeautiful University nestled in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley.
There's plenty of near by wineries in the Harrisonburg area if the academic seen isn't your thing.
City advice
Don't miss
Shenandoah National Park
There are two fairly close National Park entrances you'll want to consider "Swift Run Gap" being the closest about 20-min drive away and "Thornton Gap." Both entrances This gives you lots of options to enjoy Skyline Drive, the view, trails, and visitor center and lodges (Big Meadows is really nice).
There is a link to Shenandoah National Park and hiking trails on the national park web site and a handy mobile app for Shenandoah National Park as well.
What to pack
Bring a few essentials
Bug spray, flashlight, river shoes, matches, and lighter fluid. A starter supply of charcoal, bath soap, shampoo and conditioner are provider.