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Stuart's Knob Trail Guided Hike

Location of Fairy Stone State Park in Virginia

Where

Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Dr., Stuart, VA 24171.
Stuart's Knob Trailhead

When

Jan. 4, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

This trail begins on Iron Mine Trail and features an iron mine once used by Fayerdale residents, as well as an overlook of Fairy Stone Lake. It then transitions into the Upper and Lower Stuart's Knob Trails. Lower Stuart's Knob offers an overlook of Bull Mountain, while Upper Stuart's Knob features steep terrain that rewards hikers with stunning views of Fairy Stone Lake. The entire hike is approximately 1.5 miles long.

stuarts knob trail with large group of people hiking

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Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-930-2424
Email Address: FairyStone@dcr.virginia.gov