Fayerdale: The Missing Town
Where
Program Location: Beach Breezeway
Main Park Address: Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Dr., Stuart, VA 24171.
When
June 14, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 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 an optional 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.
Registration required: 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 29, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fayerdale: The Missing Town - May 31, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fayerdale: The Missing Town - June 7, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fayerdale: The Missing Town - June 12, 2026. 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fayerdale: The Missing Town - June 19, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fayerdale: The Missing Town - June 21, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fayerdale: The Missing Town - June 28, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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