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Fishing at Fairy Stone State Park

(276) 930-2424

967 Fairy Stone Lake Drive
Stuart, VA 24171

Latitude: 36.784393

Longitude: -80.093717

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Fishing is permitted along the parks 168 acre freshwater lake. Visitors may fish from the shore, from rented boats, or from personal boats launched from the parks boat launch area. Handicap accessible fishing is available close to this boatramp. Visitors are reminded that they must have a valid Virginia freshwater fishing license and must observe all seasons and special regulations.

Fishing Amenities At Fairy Stone State Park

Fishing Area

Fishing is permitted in the park's 168 acre freshwater lake. Visitors may fish from the shore, from rental boats, or from personal boats launched from the park's boat launch area. Handicapped accessible fishing is available close to this boat ramp on Union Bridge road. Visitors are reminded that they must have a valid Virginia freshwater fishing license and must observe all seasons and special regulations.

Season/Hours: All Year/N/A
Fee: Park Fees
Location:36° 47.8283 -80° 07.0483

Beach Swimming Area

Lake swimming - Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day only. The swimming beach is complete with a bathhouse, concession area and beach toys. Times of operation may vary prior to mid-June and after mid-August depending on the availability of lifeguards, as the park uses mostly students. Guests may wish to call Fairy Stone prior to making a reservation if swimming is important. In the summer, swimming is free for overnight guests in campsites, cabins and the lodge, however it cannot be guaranteed should circumstances beyond the park's control require that swimming be closed. We do not give refunds for swimming to overnight guests under any circumstances.

Season/Hours: Summer, variable/N/A
Fee: Park Fees
Location:36° 47.6783 -80° 07.0366

Boathouse

The park's boathouse allows visitors to rent canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, rowboats, and hydrobikes. The boathouse provides renters with all the necessary equipment, including life jackets and paddles. Gasoline motors are prohibited on this 168 acre lake and all boats must be off the water at dark. Rentals available daily during the summer season as well as the spring and fall, weather permitting.

Season/Hours: Spring, Summer, Fall/N/A
Fee: Park Fees
Location:36° 47.7383 -80° 06.9649

Other Activities At Fairy Stone State Park: Biking, Boating and Water Sports, Camping, Educational Activities, Gifts and Shopping, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Picnicking, Swimming and Canoeing And Kayaking

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Fishing at Fairy Stone State Park

(276) 930-2424

967 Fairy Stone Lake DriveStuart, VA 24171

Latitude: 36.784393

Longitude: -80.093717

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967 Fairy Stone Lake Drive
Stuart, VA 24171