Situated near the Blue Ridge Parkway, Fairy Stone Park boasts a 168-acre lake that borders the Philpott Reservoir and is the location of the fabled fairy stones. This park is ideal for various activities, including cabin stays, camping (both standard and equestrian), and group camping. Visitors can enjoy hiking trails, lake swimming, rowboats, canoes, paddleboats, kayaks, picnicking, and two playgrounds. The park operates from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Getting to Fairy Stone Park is convenient from several major routes. From Roanoke, Route 581 to Route 220 South to Route 57 West, then Route 346 North. From Hillsville, Route 58 East to Route 8 North to Route 57 East, Route 346 North from Greensboro, Route 220 North to Route 57 West, and Route 346 North. From Richmond, take Route 360 West to Route 58 West to Route 220 North Bypass, then Route 57 West to Route 346 North. The park’s address is 967 Fairystone Lake Drive, Stuart, VA 24171-9588.
At Fairy Stone Park, we believe in making nature accessible to all. Our 4,741-acre park is designed with ADA-compliant accommodations, including Cabins 1 and 19, and additional accessible features in other cabins and the lodge. The park office, conference center, universally accessible fishing area, playground, picnic shelters, and restrooms are all designed with accessibility. We welcome electric wheelchairs and scooters on our park trails, with the paved Mountain View Trail offering a particularly smooth journey.
Nature and history programs are abundant, with guided nature and history hikes, bluegrass music, and fairy stone hunts available from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Weekend activities continue in spring and fall. The park’s snack bar operates seasonally during these peak times.
Fairy Stone Park has a rich history dating back to the late 1920s when efforts to establish state parks in Virginia began. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) played a significant role in developing the park from 1933 to 1941. The park’s original log cabins and infrastructure are remnants of CCC’s work, showcasing the area’s historical significance and charm. Today, Fairy Stone Park remains one of Virginia’s largest and most cherished state parks, offering a blend of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical interest.
