Fairy Stone State Park

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๐Ÿ“ฃ Save the date! We're teaming up with the Friends of Fairy Stone State Park for the new Fairy Stone 5K. ๐Ÿ‘Ÿ๐Ÿ“… Saturday, Oc...
08/17/2026

๐Ÿ“ฃ Save the date! We're teaming up with the Friends of Fairy Stone State Park for the new Fairy Stone 5K. ๐Ÿ‘Ÿ

๐Ÿ“… Saturday, Oct. 3
๐Ÿ•› 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ $25 through Sept. 5; $30 after Sept. 5; Free for students (Pre-K through college)
๐Ÿงšโ€โ™€๏ธ Fairy costumes are highly encouraged

๐Ÿ… First, second and third place honors will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers. Additional awards will be presented to the leading male and female participants in each 10-year age bracket, as well as to top finishers in the rucking division.

Learn more about registration at https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-07-13-18-03-33-552388-ukn

Enjoy more time on the water with our new selfโ€‘serve kayak and paddleboard rental kiosks! ๐Ÿšฃโ€โ™‚๏ธ Powered by Whenever Water...
08/14/2026

Enjoy more time on the water with our new selfโ€‘serve kayak and paddleboard rental kiosks! ๐Ÿšฃโ€โ™‚๏ธ Powered by Whenever Watersports, these kiosks let visitors rent paddling equipment - no reservations required.

๐Ÿ“ฑ Grab the app, scan and go! Our kiosk offers single and tandem kayaks, but check out the list of other parks joining the fun.

๐Ÿ”น Bear Creek Lake State Park: Single and tandem kayaks
๐Ÿ”น Belle Isle State Park: Single and tandem kayaks
๐Ÿ”น Claytor Lake State Park: Single and tandem kayaks and SUPs
๐Ÿ”น Douthat State Park: Single and tandem kayaks and SUPs
๐Ÿ”น First Landing State Park: Single and tandem kayaks
๐Ÿ”น Hungry Mother State Park: Single and tandem kayaks and SUPs
๐Ÿ”น Lake Anna State Park: Single and tandem kayaks
๐Ÿ”น Pocahontas State Park: Single and tandem kayaks
๐Ÿ”นSmith Mountain Lake State Park: Single and tandem kayaks and SUPs (available starting Sept. 8)

Learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/kiosk-kayak-rentals

๐Ÿข From building turtle habitats to launching new nature programs, the Friends of Fairy Stone State Park has made an incr...
08/11/2026

๐Ÿข From building turtle habitats to launching new nature programs, the Friends of Fairy Stone State Park has made an incredible impact since forming in 2025.

The 40-member group has contributed more than 2,000 volunteer hours and continues to demonstrate how passionate volunteers can transform a park. ๐Ÿ’š

โ„น๏ธ Learn more about the Friends and their accomplishments in our blog post https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/blog/friends-of-fairy-stone-state-park

Rangers will be at the upper beach parking area on Aug. 12 for a special stargazing program during the new moon. ๐ŸŒ  Since...
08/07/2026

Rangers will be at the upper beach parking area on Aug. 12 for a special stargazing program during the new moon. ๐ŸŒ  Since there is no moonlight competing with the sky, it's a great time for spotting the Milky Way, faint galaxies and constellations.

๐Ÿ“… Aug. 12
๐Ÿ•› 9-11 p.m.
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free (standard parking fee applies)
โš ๏ธ This program may be canceled if the forecast indicates overcast skies or rain. Please check the event listing for updates or call 276-930-2424.
โ„น๏ธ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-06-16-07-54-48-500529-qk4

๐Ÿ”ญ Telescopes will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Chairs and blankets are encouraged.

Please park at shelter 3 to prevent light pollution from vehicles. ๐Ÿš— Rangers will be on site to direct you to the upper beach area.

We hope to see you this weekend at the future Mayo River State Park for our ranger-led hike. ๐Ÿฅพ On this 1.5-mile adventur...
08/03/2026

We hope to see you this weekend at the future Mayo River State Park for our ranger-led hike. ๐Ÿฅพ On this 1.5-mile adventure, we'll talk about local wildlife and William Byrd's exploration of the area.

๐Ÿ“… Aug. 8
๐Ÿ•› 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free
๐Ÿ“ 500 Pratt Road, Spencer, VA 24165
โ„น๏ธ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-01-09-15-14-00-178871-5r0

Here's our Monday Market schedule for August. Parking is free for shoppers, so come out and support our local farms and ...
07/31/2026

Here's our Monday Market schedule for August. Parking is free for shoppers, so come out and support our local farms and artisans.

๐Ÿ“… Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
๐Ÿ•› 5-7 p.m.
๐Ÿ“ Shelters 3 and 4
๐Ÿ’ฒ Cash is recommended as most vendors do not accept credit cards or personal checks

Learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-02-27-09-50-26-631808-p34

Congratulations to Joyce Hicks who completed her Master Hiker designation at First Landing State Park!Here is what she s...
07/28/2026

Congratulations to Joyce Hicks who completed her Master Hiker designation at First Landing State Park!

Here is what she said about her journey:

"I started visiting Virginia State Parks in the 1990s. My family and I have rented cabins at Fairy Stone State Park and Smith Mountain Lake State Park, and my husband and I have camped at Lake Anna State Park. I also attended several eagle releases at York River State Park, conducted by the Wildlife Center of Virginia. My sister told me about Trail Quest this spring, and I began working to finish it. I have mobility issues now, so my hikes were short, but I still enjoyed seeing all the parks Virginia has to offer. My favorite park is Grayson Highlands State Park"

Thank you for sharing your journey and for being part of the Trail Quest and Virginia State Park family!

Explore Virginia State Parks one step at a time with Trail Quest, learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/trail-quest

โ€ผ๏ธ If you spot a fawn alone at the park, please donโ€™t approach, touch or move it. Itโ€™s completely normal for mother deer...
07/21/2026

โ€ผ๏ธ If you spot a fawn alone at the park, please donโ€™t approach, touch or move it. Itโ€™s completely normal for mother deer to leave their young hidden while they forage, and human interference can actually put the fawn at risk.

If youโ€™re concerned, observe from a distance and report the sighting to a park ranger.

Letโ€™s help keep Virginiaโ€™s wildlife safe by giving them space. ๐ŸฆŒ๐Ÿ’š

Learn more: https://dwr.virginia.gov/blog/if-you-find-a-fawn-leave-it-alone/

Congratulations to Stefanie Lewis who completed her Master Hiker designation at Powhatan State Park!Here is what she sai...
07/14/2026

Congratulations to Stefanie Lewis who completed her Master Hiker designation at Powhatan State Park!

Here is what she said about her journey:

"My trail quest journey started in 2014 at Fairy Stone State Park for a girlโ€™s weekend with my Virginia Tech buddies. In April 2024, I decided to visit all the parks and set a goal to complete in 1 year. I was on tract until Hurricane Helene came through in 2024 and my trip to visit the southwest Virginia parks was cancelled. The quest was completed in 2025 when I visited 7 southwest Virginia parks in 5 days, ending at Grayson Highlands State Park!

Some of my favorite park memories include watching trains come through at Natural Tunnel State Park, kayaking and horseback riding at Fairy Stone State Park, our girls weekend in a lodge at Claytor Lake State Park, Wednesday Walk Club at Powhatan State Park and seeing my first black bear in the wild at Grayson Highlands State Park."

Thank you for sharing your journey and for being part of the Trail Quest and Virginia State Park family!

Explore Virginia State Parks one step at a time with Trail Quest, learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/trail-quest

Here's our Monday Market schedule for July. Parking is free for shoppers, so come out and support our local farms and ar...
07/03/2026

Here's our Monday Market schedule for July. Parking is free for shoppers, so come out and support our local farms and artisans.

๐Ÿ“… July 6, 13, 20 and 27
๐Ÿ•› 5-7 p.m.
๐Ÿ“ Shelters 3 and 4
๐Ÿ’ฒ Cash is recommended as most vendors do not accept credit cards or personal checks

Learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-02-27-09-50-26-545747-mgp

Address

967 Fairystone Lake Drive
Stuart, VA
24171

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 10pm
Tuesday 8am - 10pm
Wednesday 8am - 10pm
Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday 8am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm

Telephone

(276) 930-2424

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