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Luray Hawksbill Greenway
Luray, Virginia
3.25 mi
/ 148 ft gain
Luray Hawksbill Greenway is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Luray, Virginia.
Explore the Luray Caverns
Luray, Virginia
4.8
The caverns are located in the town of Luray, which is in the Shenandoah Valley of northwest Virginia. They can only be explored by tour, and at first I was hesitant to pay the $26 entrance fee, but after an hour-long tour that blew my mind, I had absolutely no regrets. The tour includes about 30 people, with a guide describing the details of the cavern along the way. It's easy enough to stay i...
Hike Around Lake Arrowhead Recreation Park
Luray, Virginia
5.0
1 mi
/ 10 ft gain
A few miles east of the town of Luray and just a couple miles outside of the Thorton Gap entrance to Shenandoah National Park sits Lake Arrowhead Recreation Park. This small lake and park features fishing, swimming, picnic areas, and other recreational park type of activities. Use of the facilities are available for rent according to their websites. The walk around the lake just to take in the ...
Kennedy Peak Loop
Luray, Virginia
8.85 mi
/ 1690 ft gain
Kennedy Peak Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Fort Valley, Virginia.
Scothorn Gap via Gap Creek Trail
Luray, Virginia
5.36 mi
/ 892 ft gain
Scothorn Gap via Gap Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Luray, Virginia.
Little Stony Man, Shenandoah National Park
Luray, Virginia
4.7
1.23 mi
/ 433 ft gain
The parking lot for the trail is right before mile 40 on Skyline drive in Shenandoah National Park. The entire out and back is only .9 miles, so it's the perfect hike to take in a sunset after a long day, take a break from driving, or just pick a hike that is family and dog friendly as Stoney Man, a little further away, does not allow dogs and may be challenging for children. From the parking...
Passamaquoddy Trail
Luray, Virginia
2.61 mi
/ 709 ft gain
Passamaquoddy Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Syria, Virginia.
Millers Head Trail
Luray, Virginia
1.52 mi
/ 404 ft gain
Millers Head Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Syria, Virginia.
Stony Man Trail, Shenandoah National Park
Luray, Virginia
4.5
1.47 mi
/ 279 ft gain
This short, easy hike will take you to some of the best views in Shenandoah National Park. As an added bonus, it’s perfect for catching the sunset without a long walk back to your car in the dark. If you’re looking to increase the level of difficulty, there is an alternate, moderate trail option that increases the mileage and the elevation gain, but won’t leave you breathless (until you reach t...
Places to stay
Stanley, Virginia
Big Meadows
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Secluded in the thick trees and rolling hills of Shenandoah National Park, the Big Meadows Campground is the ideal spot for an o...
Rileyville, Virginia
Mathews Arm Campground
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Secluded in the thick trees and rolling hills of the Shenandoah National Park, Mathews Arm Campground is the ideal spot for a ca...
Fort Valley, Virginia
Elizabeth Furnace Group Camp
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Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area is a highly esteemed destination known for its family friendly atmosphere. Spend the day fishi...
Lost City, West Virginia
Trout Pond Recreation Area
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Trout Pond Recreation Area boasts two bodies of water, Rock Cliff Lake and Trout Pond. Relax on a sandy mountain beach or fish f...
Stanardsville
Getaway Shenandoah
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Enjoy your tiny spot in nature - our collection of cabins is spread across 57 acres. The cabins are scattered thr...
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