Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

Town Under the Lake Paddle

Location of Fairy Stone State Park in Virginia

Where

Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Dr., Stuart, VA 24171.
Beach Breezeway

When

Sept. 19, 2022. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Come with us on a guided canoe tour of the beautiful lake at Fairy Stone. Learn the history of the old iron-ore mining boomtown of Fayerdale, which now lies below the surface of the lake, and the reason it is there now. 

Cost: $15 per canoe rental or $5 to bring your own boat. Life jackets are required

Registration required. Register in person at Fairy Stone Mercantile prior to event.

Guests with reservations should arrive 10 minutes early. Not all trips sell out, so those interested should visit the Fairy Stone Mercantile prior to 11:45am to see if slots are available.

Maximum participation: 6 boats (3-4 per canoe depending on size of individuals)

Ages 4 and up. Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $15 per canoe/ $5 per personal boat.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-930-2424
Email Address: FairyStone@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Canoeing/Kayaking/Standup Paddleboard | History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

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