Luray Greenway Expansion to Open Access to Historic Yager Spring and Redwell Furnace
LURAY, Va. — On Saturday, local officials and community leaders gathered for an exclusive preview of the Yager Spring/Redwell Furnace historic site.
The currently inaccessible property will eventually connect to the northern loop of the Hawksbill Greenway through two new bridges and 1,100 feet of trail as part of the ongoing expansion.
On September 20, 2025, Greenway President Bill Dudley welcomed guests to the presentation and introduced the afternoon’s speakers.
Luray Mayor Stephanie Lillard highlighted the significance of the Greenway to her family, town residents, and local businesses.
Greenway Board member and historian Rod Graves shared insights into Page County’s mining and smelting history, focusing on the Redwell Furnace.
Page County Supervisor Keith Guzy emphasized the Greenway’s value, calling it a true asset for the community.
Yager Spring, a striking blue hole, generates about 8,000 gallons of water daily.
The Redwell-Isabella Furnace began operations in 1787 and continued smelting until the 1840s. Later, the site also hosted a forge, flour mill, and wool factory through the late 19th century.
“We will forge ahead to Redwell Furnace as the Greenway expansion continues,” Dudley said, in closing.
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