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from the chamberOn behalf of our entire community, it is our pleasure to invite you to Page County, Virginia! In the charming towns of Luray, Stanley and Shenandoah; we encourage folks to ‘choose their level’ of adventure from the world famous Luray Caverns, to the legendary Shenandoah River and Valley, all the way up to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Shenandoah National Park! Whether you’re thrill seeking or relaxing, our community offers a breathtaking getaway to visitors and a heartwarming home to locals.

Designated as the Cabin Capital of Virginia and a nationally-recognized wedding destination, we’re sure you’ll discover why LOVE is at the heart of every Virginia vacation-four seasons of the year! You may enjoy your visit so much that you consider moving

here or relocating your business to our area. We support economic development and will be happy to assist those wishing to call Page County home! As you drive around our county, you will spot many working farms that are the backbone of our community. These farms are an integral

part of our heritage and help our local economy thrive while providing beautiful views to sightseers. We love to support our farmers and strongly promote eating, shopping and buying locally grown products!

Explore our unique antique stores and gift shops, enjoy our growing arts and cultural district, and dine on delicious cuisine from gourmet meals to down-home cooking. No matter what you choose to do here in the Land of Shenandoah, you will feel the embrace of a community that has truly been inspired by generations!

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Luray and Page County provide entertainment and attractions in every season. Every level holds its own allure, from scenic hikes in Shenandoah National Park or George Washington National Forest, to Shenandoah River activities to the breathtaking beauty of Luray Caverns. Whether you sleep under the stars in a beautiful campground or curl up by the fireplace of a snow-covered cabin, it’s always a good time to visit. You’ll find local, seasonal dining at several restaurants, as well as historical, cultural and artistic diversions. Be sure to check our calendar of events for more information, and find out the right time for your visit.

table of contentsAdvertiser Index ...............................................................45Attractions and Recreation...............................................12Dining...............................................................................23Lodging—Bed and Breakfasts..........................................28Lodging—Cabins and Country Homes ............................28Lodging—Campgrounds and RV Resorts.........................34Lodging—Hotels, Motels and Inns...................................35Map of Page County...........................................................7Page County Charm ...........................................................8Planning..............................................................................5Services ............................................................................38Shopping .........................................................................39Special Occasions ............................................................43Stay year ‘round .................................................................4Travel Time; Maps of Virginia and Shenandoah Valley......6

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Free Page County maps areavailable at the Visitor Center

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Baltimore, Md .......................131Charlotte, NC .......................327Pittsburgh, PA........................217Philadelphia, PA.....................229Richmond, VA........................124Washington, DC ............. 93Virginia Beach, VA ........ 224

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page county charmPage County has ‘fun on every level’ , from the breathtaking vistas provided from the Blue Ridge and Massanutten Mountain ranges, to the celebrated Shenandoah River that bisects the county and down to the underground wonder of Luray Caverns.

With more than 250 cabins and country homes in Page County, we officially became Virginia’s ‘Cabin Capital’ in 2009. Each cabin is unique, offering a variety of locations, amenities and capacity. See them at www.cabincapital.com.

Take in the beauty of Page County, which has become a sportsman’s playground. From fishing and hunting to cycling, hiking and canoeing, the beauty of our county only adds to the excitement of any activity. Several cycling events, including the Tour of Page County, along with the Luray International Triathlon, have made us an ‘adventure sports’ destination.

Visual and performing arts are well represented, with music, theater, dance and choral productions in several venues. Enjoy everything from Bluegrass to Opera, sculpture to watercolor and children’s theater to the Community Choir of Page County’s annual Christmas Concert.

Our three charming small towns showcase their sense of place with their annual festivals, with Luray’s Festival of Spring on Mother’s Day weekend, Shenandoah’s Memorial Day Festival, and Stanley’s Homecoming during Independence Day. The Caverns Shrine Club Bluegrass in the Blue Ridge, the Page County Agricultural & Industrial

Fair, and the Heritage Festival return each year, and Performing Arts Luray holds their inaugural Smokin’ on the Track Kansas City Barbecue Competition in 2012. See the Chamber website for the complete Calendar of Events for the entire county. Sign up for our quarterly tourism newsletter at info@luraypage.com.

Luray Visitor Center Train Depot and Museum was chosen as ‘Best Historic Preservation’ in the Valley Conservation Council 2011 Better Models for Development Awards. The restored train depot is home to the Luray-Page County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center as well as the Luray Downtown Initiative. The former Norfolk & Western passenger station represents Luray’s prosperous railroad era of the late nineteenth century, with more historical exhibits coming soon.

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Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive: Our own beautiful ‘backyard’, we share this historic mountaintop park each year with 1.3 million visitors. Adventure seekers enjoy more than 197,000 acres of land and in excess of 500 miles of hiking trails, including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Along the 105-mile Skyline Drive - a National Scenic Byway – visitors have access to 75 scenic overlooks, four campgrounds, three lodging facilities, restaurants, shopping and educational features. www.nps.gov/shen

Shenandoah River: The south fork of the Shenandoah River flows through the entire length of Page County, offering a water playground

for canoeing, tubing, kayaking, jet skiing, fishing and swimming.

George Washington National Forest: On the county’s western border, the George Washington Forest, extending into West Virginia, is the largest publicly-owned land base for recreation in the eastern United States. It features more than 100 recreation sites ranging from picnic and camping areas to scenic overlooks and ATV trails. Deer, bear and small game hunting and trout fishing are permitted.

Page County Heritage Association Historic Properties: The Association maintains four properties significant to the history

of the county. Massanutten School is a restored one-room school next to the Page Public Library in Luray. In the nearby village of Hamburg, Calendine, Hamburg Country Store and the Mauck Meeting House are located. Calendine, c. 1852, was the residence of the famed sculptor

William Randolph Barbee. Though its origins are much older, the country store is set in the 1940s. Dating from around 1770, the Mauck Meeting House is a Virginia and National Historic Landmark. www.pagecountyheritage.com

Luray Singing Tower: The 117-foot Belle Brown Northcott Memorial Carillon contains 47 bells and is one of the nation’s major carillons. Free recitals are held spring through fall in this scenic park opposite Luray Caverns.

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Stevens Cottage and the Town of Shenandoah: Listed on the National and Virginia Historic Landmarks registries, Stevens Cottage is the original office of the Shenandoah Land & Improvement Company

of the late 1800s. The Town of Shenandoah also boasts beautiful Big Gem Park, WigWam Village playground, a riverfront area, a skate park and tennis courts. www.townofshenandoah.comHawksbill Recreation Park The Town of Stanley operates this lovely park, offering a large swimming pool, picnic shelters, cabin rental, a spacious community center, skate park, playground, volleyball nets and horseshoes. The facility is popular as an event rental. www.townofstanley.com

Lake Arrowhead and the Town of Luray: This picturesque 34-acre lake, filled with a variety of game fish, features a wooded picnicking area and a white sand beach

for summer swimming. Six shelters, paddle boats and canoes are available for rent. State/county fishing licenses must be obtained to fish anywhere in the county. Additional parks include the Ralph H. Dean Memorial Park, which hosts major tournaments on its world-class athletic fields, as well as several pocket parks and Ruffner Plaza, home to the popular ‘Evenings on Main’ summer music series. www.townofluray.comLuray-Hawksbill Greenway: This award-winning linear park features a ten-foot wide paved walking and biking trail, which extends more than two miles along Hawksbill Creek in the Town of Luray. The Greenway is a designated Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail and an Urban Wildlife Corridor. The Greenway Foundation is charged with preserving this treasured park. www.hawksbillgreenway.org

Shenandoah Speedway: Enjoy several divisions of auto racing competition, including Motocross, Late Models, Street Stocks, Legends, Ucars and MiniCups. Featuring a 3/8-mile oval track, grandstand seating for 4,000+,

VIP and tent areas, the Speedway also offers pit tours and catering for parties. www.shenandoahspeedway.comLuray Zoo: This rescue zoo provides homes for unwanted and/or abused exotic animals as well as injured game birds and mammals. Visitors enjoy the interactive petting zoo, live shows and one of the largest snake collections on the East Coast. www.lurayzoo.com