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If you're looking for a family-friendly fall adventure, consider signing up for the new Fairy Stone 5K, presented by the...
09/15/2026

If you're looking for a family-friendly fall adventure, consider signing up for the new Fairy Stone 5K, presented by the Friends of Fairy Stone State Park. πŸ§šβ€β™€οΈ Grab your best fairy costume and join us!

πŸ“… Saturday, Oct. 3
πŸ•› 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
🎟️ $30
πŸ“£ Free for students pre-K through college

πŸ… 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

Congratulations to this week’s highlighted Master Hikers! By visiting all 41 qualifying Virginia State Parks, these indi...
09/15/2026

Congratulations to this week’s highlighted Master Hikers! By visiting all 41 qualifying Virginia State Parks, these individuals have blazed a trail for future Master Hikers to follow! πŸ₯ΎπŸŒ²

πŸ“Έ Pictured in order from left to right:
πŸ’šOgheneruno Uriri-Rudd at Machicomoco State Park
❀️Joy & Ron Hagerty at Douthat State Park
πŸ’™Allison Rosnik at First Landing State Park
πŸ’œPam Hylton at Fairy Stone State Park
πŸ’›Britney & Alex Roth at Natural Bridge 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

‼️ Mark your calendars! ‼️ The Fairy Stone Trunk-or-Treat will be held on Friday, Oct. 23, this year. πŸ§›β€β™€οΈ Grab your bes...
09/13/2026

‼️ Mark your calendars! ‼️ The Fairy Stone Trunk-or-Treat will be held on Friday, Oct. 23, this year. πŸ§›β€β™€οΈ Grab your best costume and join us for a family-friendly evening of trunk-or-treating.

🍬 If you're interested in decorating your trunk and passing out candy, please sign up by emailing us at [email protected] or by clicking the registration link found at https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-08-16-17-01-56-518242-vko.

πŸ—“οΈ Oct. 23
πŸ•› 5-7 p.m.
🎟️ Free

Friends of Fairy Stone State Park

πŸ₯Ύ Our next Second Saturday Hike at the future Mayo River State Park will be held on Sept. 12We'll explore the Mayo River...
09/07/2026

πŸ₯Ύ Our next Second Saturday Hike at the future Mayo River State Park will be held on Sept. 12

We'll explore the Mayo River Trail during this roughly 4-mile adventure and discuss William Byrd's exploration of the area.

πŸ“… Sept. 12
πŸ•› 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
πŸ“ 500 Pratt Road, Spencer, VA 24165
🌧️ Please check the link below for cancellation information
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-01-09-15-14-33-256606-bnf

Our final Monday Market of the season is happening tomorrow! Parking is free for shoppers, so come out and support our l...
09/06/2026

Our final Monday Market of the season is happening tomorrow! Parking is free for shoppers, so come out and support our local farms and artisans.

πŸ“… Monday, Sept. 7
πŸ•› 5-7 p.m.
πŸ“ Shelters 3 and 4
πŸ’² 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=2026-02-27-09-50-26-780455-1z3

We're hosting a special stargazing night this month during the new moon. πŸŒ‘ Since there is no moonlight competing with th...
09/04/2026

We're hosting a special stargazing night this month during the new moon. πŸŒ‘ Since there is no moonlight competing with the sky, we'll have good conditions for spotting the Milky Way, faint galaxies and constellations

πŸ“… Sept. 10
πŸ•› 9-11 p.m.
πŸ“ Upper beach parking area
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-08-14-18-36-32-694440-iqh

⚠️ This program is weather-dependent. Please click the link above for cancellation information.

09/01/2026

Looking for something fun to do to kick off your Labor Day weekend? πŸͺ• Come enjoy live bluegrass in the park.

This program will trace the origins of this style of music back to its roots and the influence of the Scottish, Irish, and English pioneers who settled along the Appalachian Mountains. 🎢 We'll be joined by the Kitchen Pickers, who will play representative songs applicable to our area.

πŸ“… When: Sept. 4, 7- 9 p.m.
πŸ“ Where: Shelter 2
🎟️ Cost: Free (standard parking fee applies)
ℹ️ Learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-08-06-16-30-17-250153-fw5

The registration fee for the Fairy Stone 5K, presented by the Friends of Fairy Stone State Park, increases this weekend....
08/31/2026

The registration fee for the Fairy Stone 5K, presented by the Friends of Fairy Stone State Park, increases this weekend. πŸ‘• Another perk of registering early is that you're guaranteed a T-shirt if you sign up by Sept. 6.

πŸ“… Saturday, Oct. 3
πŸ•› 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
🎟️ $25 through Sept. 5; $30 after Sept. 5; Free for students (Pre-K through college)
πŸ§šβ€β™€οΈ Fairy costumes are highly encouraged

πŸ… 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

πŸ“£ Big news for Virginia State Parks from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation! DCR has officially adop...
08/28/2026

πŸ“£ Big news for Virginia State Parks from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation!

DCR has officially adopted the Mayo River State Park Master Plan, setting the vision for a 637-acre future state park in Henry County. πŸŽ‰

The plan includes:
πŸ™‹ A visitor center
🧺 Day-use amenities
β›Ί Cabins and camping
πŸ₯Ύ Expanded trails connecting to North Carolina
πŸ›Ά New river access for paddling and fishing
🌿 Protection of rare natural and cultural resources

Learn more and view the master plan: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/mayo-river-sp

Save the date! We're celebrating National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 26. Join us for a variety of ranger-led pr...
08/25/2026

Save the date! We're celebrating National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 26. Join us for a variety of ranger-led programs designed to help you explore, learn and connect with Virginia's public lands.

Activities include:
🚫 Nature's Invaders, 12 p.m.
🌿 Invasive Plant Species Removal, 12:30 p.m.
🐝 Native Plants & Pollinators, 2 p.m.
🌳 Seed Bomb Workshop and Tree Planting, 2:30 p.m.

πŸš™ NPLD is a fee-free parking day. We hope to see you there!

Learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-05-29-18-14-33-665531-y8g

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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

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(276) 930-2424

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