Papermaking defines Luke, Maryland. Named after the founder of the Piedmont Pulp and Paper Company (established in 1888), the town today primarily consists of the NewPage Luke facility. It's not surprising that this mill helped pioneer the use of wood pulp in papermaking with the abundance of woodlands nearby. Beautiful, wild natural resources surround the area, yet residents also benefit from living within three hours of the major metropolitan areas of Baltimore, Washington and Pittsburgh.
Those who enjoy outdoor activities appreciate the wealth of resources available in the vicinity of Luke. Two of Maryland's largest state forests are close by, in addition to Deep Creek Lake and the Wisp Resort. You can enjoy golfing, alpine skiing, boating, Olympic-level whitewater sports, mountain-biking or trout stream fishing, practically from your own backyard. You'll also appreciate the many cultural, historical, residential and educational opportunities in towns such as Frostburg and Cumberland, less than 30 miles from Luke.
Luke Vicinity
maryland.hometownlocator.com Information on counties and towns – physical, cultural and historical features, including lakes, streams, parks, schools, churches and hospitals
Distance from Luke:
- Keyser, Mineral County (WV) – 7 miles
- Frostburg, Allegany County (small college town) – 19 miles
- Cumberland, Allegany County (historic Victorian town) – 25 miles
- Swanton, Garrett County – 11 miles
- Oakland/Mountain Lake Park, Garrett County – 22 miles
- McHenry, Garret County – 28 miles
Chamber of Commerce
www.alleganycountychamber.com
Allegany County community information, relocation kits, events, helpful links
www.visitdeepcreek.com
Garrett County and “Visit Deep Creek Lake Area” information on lodging, dining, shopping, recreation services and events
www.mineralchamber.com
Mineral County Chamber of Commerce - information on the area's businesses and recreational opportunities
Real Estate
www.realtor.com
Properties available in the Luke area
www.coldwellbanker.com Data on communities, including demographics, population, housing and schools
Recreation
www.alleganyartscouncil.org
Literary, visual, and performing arts in Western Maryland: galleries, events, activities, classes
www.mdmountainside.com
Outdoor adventure, arts and entertainment, Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, resorts, shopping and dining
www.wispresort.com
Four-season destination resort: snow sports, golf, boating, fitness center, real estate
www.dnr.state.md.us
Department of Natural Resources outdoor recreational activities, resources and links
www.frostburg.edu
Frostburg State University campus events, including theater, musical performances, speakers, comedy
www.westvirginia.com
West Virginia's official visitor's guide
www.skiingwv.com
Ski and other winter sport information in West Virginia.
www.wvexplorer.com/recreation/
Explore recreational opportunities in the mountains of West Virginia.
News And Weather
www.times-news.com
Newspaper covering local news, sports, and events of western Maryland
www.weather.com
Weather conditions and forecasts in Luke, Maryland, and surrounding areas
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