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BentonvilleBentonville, Virginia
Skip Bentonville as a destination; use it as a 2-hour stop for river access on a Shenandoah Valley drive, or sleep in Front Royal.
Bentonville is a tiny Shenandoah Valley hamlet with one state park and a canoe outfitter. Most travellers pass through on the way to Shenandoah National Park or George Washington National Forest. Half a day covers the river; overnight stays are better in Front Royal.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Jan–Feb (cold, some river outfitters close)
- Airports
- IAD · CHO
- Nights
- 0
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Bentonville911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Bentonville, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery low crime.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportIAD Washington Dulles International (About 1.5 h drive via I-66 and US-340).
- Getting aroundCar is essential.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealLunch sandwich at a deli in Front Royal$8–12
- Museum or sight ticketState park entry (per vehicle)check$10
- Budget bedMotel in Front Royal, a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedMotel in Front Royal, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedMotel in Front Royal, a night, per roomUS$200
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$30 · Mid US$60 · High US$120
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- IAD Washington Dulles International (About 1.5 h drive via I-66 and US-340) · CHO Charlottesville–Albemarle (About 1.5 h drive via US-29 and I-64)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Feb
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Mar
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
May
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jun
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Jul
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Dec
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C) low), wettest May (12 rain days), driest Feb (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Bentonville: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
9 rd
Feb
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
8 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
10 rd
Apr
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
11 rd
May
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
12 rd
Jun
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
11 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
11 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
10 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 rd
Nov
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
8 rd
Dec
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is essential. Route 340 runs through town; parking at the state park and Downriver Canoe Company.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Front Royal
goDoor to door: 10 min
US-340 north, about 10 min
Lodging, groceries, restaurants, and Shenandoah National Park entrance.
Shenandoah National Park (Skyline Drive)
goDoor to door: 20 min
US-340 north to Front Royal entrance, about 15 min
Park entry fee applies; scenic drive with hikes.
Winchester
goDoor to door: 35 min
US-340 north then I-81, about 30 min
Historic downtown and Civil War sites.
Luray Caverns
goDoor to door: 45 min
US-340 south, about 40 min
Popular show cave; allow 2 h.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Front Royal
10 min north; most motels and B&Bs for the area.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $30–60 (river trip + picnic)
- Mid
- $60–120 (river trip + lunch out)
- High
- $120+ (guided trip + dinner)
Trip budget
| Motel in Front Royal1 × 1 night × US$80 | US$80 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$30 | US$60 |
| Canoe rental (Downriver Canoe Company, weekday)2 × US$45 · check | US$90 |
| State park entry (per vehicle)1 × US$10 · check | US$10 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$24 |
| Trip total≈ US$132 per person per day, bed included | US$264 |
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2026 estimate in USD; car rental and park entry excluded.
Prices of common things
| Canoe rental (half-day, weekday)check | $45–60 |
| Tube rental (weekday)check | $14–25 |
| State park entry (per vehicle)check | $10 |
| Gas (per gallon) | $3.50–4.50 |
| Lunch sandwich at a deli in Front Royal | $8–12 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- River levels rise after heavy rain; check conditions before tubing or canoeing.
- No fuel or groceries in Bentonville itself — fill up in Front Royal.
- State park entry fee: check Virginia State Parks website for current rates.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Washington Dulles → Bentonville (car): about 1.5 h via I-66 and US-340
- Front Royal → Bentonville (car): 10 min via US-340
Say or show
- Hello — Hello (heh-LOH)
- Thank you — Thank you (THANK yoo)
- How much does it cost? — How much does it cost? (how MUCH duhz it KAWST)
- Where is the river access? — Where is the river access? (wair iz thuh RIV-er AK-ses)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Bentonville. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Jan–Feb (cold, some river outfitters close) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Raymond R Guest Jr River State Park and Downriver Canoe Company with seasonal hours and water-level alerts.
- River-conditions widget from USGS gauge on South Fork Shenandoah.
- Front Royal lodging page with shuttle info to Bentonville put-in/take-out.
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