Luray, County seat in Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, United States
The municipality sits between the Blue Ridge and Massanutten Mountains at an elevation of 243 meters, near the eastern United States largest cave system.
William Staige Marye established the town in 1812, which later became a strategic location during the Valley Campaigns of the Civil War in 1864.
The Luray Downtown Historic District preserves numerous architectural buildings while seasonal festivals and events bring together the local community throughout the year.
The intersection of US Routes 211 and 340 provides direct access to Washington D.C., making the town a convenient base for exploring Shenandoah National Park.
Lake Arrowhead recreation area combines water activities with mountain views, while the surrounding region features both ironworks and milling industrial heritage.
Location: Page County
Inception: February 6, 1812
Elevation above the sea: 243 m
Website: https://townofluray.com
GPS coordinates: 38.66420,-78.45440
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:50
Luray Caverns
2.6 km
The Great Stalacpipe Organ
2.6 km
Stony Man Mountain
10.3 km
Aventine Hall
900 m
Neighbor Mountain
8.9 km
Fort Egypt
6.5 km
Kanawha
563 m
Stover House
6.8 km
The White House
7.2 km
Ruffner House
709 m
Isaac Spitler House
6 km
Graves Chapel and Cemetery
10.2 km
Page County Courthouse
946 m
Wall Brook Farm
8.7 km
Abram and Sallie Printz Farm
6.2 km
Mauck's Meetinghouse
5.1 km
Heiston-Strickler House
5.4 km
John Beaver House
10.2 km
Massanutton Heights
10.4 km
Locust Grove
10 km
Shenandoah Heritage Village
2.5 km
Luray Singing Tower
2.1 km
Redwell-Isabella Furnace Historic District
1.8 km
Massanutten Lodge
10.1 km
Wildwood Cabin
10.1 km
Byrd's Nest
9.9 km
Boulder Cabin
10 km
Hemlock Cabin
10.1 kmReviews
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