Lake Arrowhead Park in Luray: A Quiet October Lake Walk
A 39-acre wooded lake, a 1-mile loop and rentable picnic shelters
Lake Arrowhead Recreation Park is a wooded 39-acre lake park run by the Town of Luray, with a 1-mile trail circling the lake. In October it is a quiet, no-ticket counterpart to the town's better-known attractions, suited to a slow morning walk.
Quick Facts
- What it is: A wooded 39-acre lake park run by the Town of Luray
- Trail: A 1-mile trail circles the lake
- Picnic shelters: Five to six rentable picnic areas
- Website: townofluray.com/parks/lake-arrowhead
Why Go in Fall
A one-mile loop is the right length for a fall morning: long enough to feel like a walk, short enough to leave the afternoon open. The park is wooded, which in October means the lake is framed by changing foliage rather than open sky.
It is also a practical choice for a group. With five to six rentable picnic areas, it works for a small family gathering or a hosted lunch for out-of-town guests.
Pairing It with Luray
After a lakeside walk, Luray's downtown is the natural next stop. Bank Street Books is a two-floor used bookstore at 201 West Main Street, organized by genre and author; its listed hours are noon to 5 PM Friday through Monday, closed Tuesday through Thursday.
For an overnight, Hotel Laurance is a 12-room boutique hotel at 2 South Court Street, in an 1830 mercantile building converted to a hotel.
A Note on What We Don't Know
We do not have posted hours or current seasonal notes for the park, so confirm access and any picnic-area rental details with the Town of Luray before you drive out.
Planning Your Visit
- Location: Luray, Page County, VA
- Operator: Town of Luray
- Website: townofluray.com/parks/lake-arrowhead
- Hours: Not confirmed; check with the Town of Luray
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Sources
Reporting drew on sources available for these places:
- Lake Arrowhead Recreation Park — venue signals
- Bank Street Books — venue signals
- Hotel Laurance — venue signals
Frequently asked questions
How long is the trail at Lake Arrowhead in Luray?
A 1-mile trail circles the lake, making it a comfortable morning walk.
Can you rent a picnic area at Lake Arrowhead Recreation Park?
Yes. The park has five to six rentable picnic areas; confirm rental details with the Town of Luray.
Who runs Lake Arrowhead Recreation Park?
The park is run by the Town of Luray and covers 39 wooded acres around the lake.
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