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.
Fayerdale: The Missing Town
Where
Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Dr., Stuart, VA 24171.
Shelter #4
When
May 3, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Did you know there was once a thriving "boom town" located where our lake is today? This ranger-led program explores the missing town and its rowdy residents. Discover how moonshining put the boom in "boom town"!
The presentation will be followed by a guided hike on our Iron Mine and Upper Stuart's Knob Trails. This trail system is about two miles, and has steep portions, but offers spectacular views of Fairy Stone Lake.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-930-2424
Email Address: FairyStone@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
Additional dates
Fayerdale: The Missing Town - May 10, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fayerdale: The Missing Town - May 17, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fayerdale: The Missing Town - May 31, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.