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Luray Parks
Lake Arrowhead - Hawkbill Greenway
Luray Pocket Parks:
Ruffner Plaza - Cliffside Pocket Park
Town of Luray, Virginia
PO Box 629 :: 45 East Main Street, Luray, VA 22835
Town Office: (540) 743-5511 :: Events Calendar
Fax: (540) 743-1486
Located at: 265 Lake Arrowhead Road
Lake Arrowhead features 6 picnic shelters for rent (Call 540-743-5511 for availability), fishing, white sand beach and swimming during the summer, ballfield, volleyball nets, horseshoe pits, playground, 1 mile trail that circles the lake, and the Edwin Smith scout camping area. NOTE: Lake Arrowhead is not a public campground except during specific events. For more information, please call (540) 843-0770. Registered Boy Scout Troops may reserve the Lake Arrowhead campground by submitting an application (available here) and submitting along with the $50 usage fee.
** Lake Arrowhead Beach Reopens Memorial Day 2022
Lake Arrowhead Beach Information | Lake Arrowhead Brochure
Lake Arrowhead Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How do I rent a shelter at Lake Arrowhead or the Recreation Park, and how much do they cost?
A. The shelters are available for rent year round by calling the Luray Town Office at 540-743-5511. The costs are as follows, Lake Arrowhead-- Small shelter: (30 people) $35.00, Medium shelter: (50 people) $40.00 Large shelter: (100 people) $45.00; Rec Park shelter: (75 people) $45.00.
Q. How much do canoes/kayaks cost to rent?
A. 2021 Update (READ) Canoes and kayaks are available to rent for $10/hour. This fee includes life vest rental. Boat rentals are available seasonally when Lake Arrowhead Beach is open. Must be 16 years old with a valid driver’s license to rent.
Q. Are dogs allowed at Lake Arrowhead?
A. Yes. Leashed dogs are encouraged at the park; however, dogs are NOT allowed on the beach.
Q. Are the shelters lighted?
A. Yes. Each shelter is equipped with lights and electrical outlets.
Q. Do shelters have electrical outlets?
A. Yes. Shelters at Lake Arrowhead are equipped with electrical outlets. Additionally, shelters are lighted.
Q. When is the Lake Arrowhead Beach open?
A. Lake Arrowhead Beach Reopens Memorial Day Weekend 2022.
Q. What are admission prices for the Beach?
A. Admission for Lake Arrowhead Beach is $3 for children ages 3 to 12 and $5 for everyone age 13 and up.
Q. Are family passes available?
A. Yes! For details on pricing and other up-to-date Lake Arrowhead information, please view our Lake Arrowhead brochure.
Q. Are there rules for Lake Arrowhead Beach?
A. Yes. In addition to all posted rules at Lake Arrowhead Beach, please be advised that grills, canopies and pop-up tents are NOT allowed at the Beach. Alcohol and glass bottles are NOT allowed at the Beach. Additionally, pets are NOT allowed at the Beach.
Q. Are there restrictions in place at Lake Arrowhead?
A. At this time, social distancing and the wearing of face coverings are NOT required at Lake Arrowhead Beach.
Q. How late is the park open?
A. Luray parks are open as follows: March 1 - Oct 31 from 6:00 am - 9:00 pm and Nov 1 – Feb 28 from 6:00 am -7:00 pm
Q. Do I need fishing or boating permit to fish and boat at Lake Arrowhead?
A. Yes! A Virginia State Fishing License and a Town of Luray Fishing Permit are required for anyone ages 16 and up. Town of Luray Fishing Permits may be obtained in-person from the Town of Luray Office, Luray Walmart, and Fairview Country Market & Deli. Town of Luray Boating Permits are required for all boats on Lake Arrowhead and can be purchased at the same locations. Gas powered boats are not permitted.
FISHING OPPORTUNITIES AT LAKE ARROWHEAD
Fishing is one of Lake Arrowhead's most popular activities. With a wide variety of fish and idyllic scenery, Lake Arrowhead provides exceptional opportunities for fishermen. When it comes to stocking Lake Arrowhead, Channel Catfish are stocked in Lake Arrowhead around October, annually, by the VA Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. These fish are typically ten to twelve inches in length. The amount of fish stocked is relative to the size of the lake and is consistent with other similarly-sized lakes throughout the area.
A Virginia State Fishing License and Town of Luray Fishing Permit are required for anyone ages 16 and up.
Lake Arrowhead may, in the future, opt to receive an additional stocking of Catfish beyond the current amount. These fish have received fewer stockings from the DGIF over the last few years. Due to production problems, the DGIF had to reduce its July stockings of Northern Pike.
Because these fish do not reproduce within the lake, exceptionally high numbers are not expected for Pike at any time. As a panfish population fishery, Lake Arrowhead also holds Bluegill, Bass, Catfish, Crappie, Tiger Perch, and Walleye varieties. The lake is stocked annually by the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. Bi-annually, DGIF electroshock’s the lake. This process causes the fish to be stunned and rise to the surface. Once they surface, they weigh, check for health of fish, check species amounts, measure and more. This is how they formulate their stocking rates and timing.
Midnight Catfishing is offered on the 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month from April through October.
There are several fish attractors in the middle of the lake that are essentially 3 pallets shaped in a triangular fashion with cedar trees protruding from them. These are designed to provide cover for small fish as they grow.
DO NOT FEED BREAD TO OUR WATERFOWL. 
Help us Keep Our Ducks & Geese Healthy!
Bread is very dangerous for our feathered friends around our town. Please read about why it is so very important to keep from feeding bread to our ducks and geese.
Click here for important information
Ralph H. Dean Recreation Park 
Ralph H. Dean Recreation Park is open as follows:
March 1- Oct 31 6am-9pm
Nov 1 – Feb 28 6am-7pm
featuring:
- 5 fields for Softball/Baseball
- Football field
- Soccer Field
- Field Availability is listed on the park’s entrance gate
- 2 concession stands open during most games
- Imagination Station Playground
- Skate Park
- 20 Station Fitness Trail
- Frisbee Golf Course
- 2 Picnic shelters for rent, $45 per shelter, per day (Call 540-743-5511 for availability)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. How do I rent a ballfield at Ralph H. Dean Park?
A. Complete a special event permit found here.
Q. How do I know if ball games are cancelled at the Ralph H. Dean Recreation Park?
A. There is a large sign on the Ralph H. Dean Recreation Park’s entrance gate that indicates which fields are suitable and safe for play and are updated on a daily basis. Please note, during times of inclement weather, The Town of Luray Parks and Recreation Staff has the right to stop any and all play if we deem conditions are unsafe for play and/or would do detrimental damage to the grounds.
SOFTBALL/BASEBALL TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
The Hawksbill trail length is approx. 2 mi. from start to finish. There are 1/10 mile dots centered in trail so you can measure your distance traveled! By installing these markers, trail users are able to enter the trail at any point. See our Greenway Map with Distance Markers.
Pocket Parks along the Greenway trail 
Ruffner Plaza: features picnic areas, pergola with swings, murals, and summer concerts
Cliffside Pocket Park: features shaded picnic areas and a pet friendly drinking fountain
GUIDE TO THE FLOWERING FOREST
Learn about the types of trees and shrubs you'll find at the Hawksbill Greenway
HAWKSBILL GREENWAY
BROCHURE
Luray Pocket Parks
Located at: 61 East Main Street
Slye Pocket park features a shaded picnic area.
Inn Lawn Park features a playground, gazebo, and picnic areas. It is conveniently located near the tennis courts and the Luray town Library. This quiet, scenic area is a great place to relax and take in the view.
Cave Pond features picnic areas, trail that circles the pond, and offers catch and release fishing. Cave Pond is also conveniently located next to the Singing Tower. 41 Carillon Drive
Eugene Park features large, open grassy areas for play and a picnic shelter.
Cliffside Pocket Park Information
Located at: 175 South Hawksbill Street
Cliffside Pocket Park is located along the Hawkbill Greenway Trail and features shaded picnic areas and a pet friendly drinking fountain.
Creekside Commons Pocket Park
The newest park, aptly named Creekside Commons, is located on Broad Street, just before our 4-way entrance into Downtown Luray. The park now provides much needed additional parking, handicap accessible picnic tables, benches and more! There are also new photo opportunities for locals and tourists to commemorate their time in our beautiful town!
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