The treasured stone so prevalent in the region, beautiful scenery, rich history and ample recreational opportunities make Fairy Stone one of the favorites of park visitors. Fairy Stone State Park is home of the mysterious "fairy stones." Fairy stones are brown staurolite, a combination of silica, iron and aluminum. Together, these minerals crystallize in twin form, accounting for the crosslike structure. Found only in rocks that have been subjected to great heat and pressure, the stones are most commonly shaped like St. Andrew's and Roman crosses. The most sought after are those in the shape of the Maltese cross. Staurolite stones are also found in the mountains of North Carolina and in Switzerland, but nowhere else in the world are they found in such abundance and shaped so nearly like crosses as in the vicinity of Fairy Stone State Park.

9 of the park's 14 miles of trails, are open to hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. The remainder are hiking only. Fairy Stone State Park is one of the 6 original Virginia state parks to open on June 15, 1936.

• Partake in a guided Frairy Stone hunt.
• See the Gospel Music Festival, held in mid-May.