Cabins in Virginia State Parks

Hungry Mother State Park

• Located in the mountains of southwestern Virginia, Hungry Mother State Park is one of the state's six original state parks. Founded in 1936, it is named for a local legend telling of the death of a local woman following a massacre. Covering 2,435 acres, the park features a small lake, hiking trails, fishing, boating and seasonal hunting. Cabins are of log or cinderblock construction and include a fireplace, bed linens and a fully equipped kitchen with all standard amenities, as well as pots, pans and dishes. All cabins are fully furnished.

  Hungry Mother State Park

  2854 Park Blvd.

  Marion, VA 24354-9323

  276-781-7400

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Occoneechee State Park

• Situated in the Piedmont region of south-central Virginia, Occoneechee State Park is a 2,698-acre facility on Buggs Island Lake, the largest lake in the state. Featuring more than 18 miles of trails and 48,000 acres of fishing, boating and swimming, the park houses guests in 13 cabins a short walk from the water. Each cabin includes rustic mission-style furniture, a fireplace, a wrap-around deck and a fully equipped kitchen. One set of linens is provided per bed. Televisions, laundry facilities and telephones are not provided. Pets are allowed for a fee.

  Occoneechee State Park

  192 Occoneechee Park Road

  Clarksville, VA 23927-9449

  434-374-2210

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Fairy Stone State Park

• Named for the fascinating mineral deposits found at the site, Fairy Stone State Park is a 4,537-acre parkland featuring a small lake and extensive trails. Popular with outdoor enthusiasts, the park allows fishing, boating and swimming in Fairystone Lake, a 168-acre body of water. Accommodations at the park include lodges and cabins, each with rustic furniture, basic kitchen amenities, a fireplace, a picnic table and bed linens. Cabins are a short walk from the lake. Pets are allowed in cabins if kept leashed and indoors at night. A visitor center and gift shop is near the entrance of the park and sells light provisions and souvenirs.

  Fairy Stone State Park

  67 Fairystone Lake Drive

  Stuart, VA 24171-9588

  276-930-2424

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Smith Mountain Lake State Park

• Smith Mountain Lake State Park covers 1,248 acres in central Virginia along the shores of the second-largest freshwater lake in the state. Located 40 miles from Lynchburg and Roanoke, the park is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. With 19 cabins, guests have a choice of two- or three-bedroom lodgings, as well as lake or forest views. All cabins come equipped with furnishings, a wood stove, a kitchen with basic amenities, bed linens and climate control. Television rental is available. Pets are allowed for a daily fee, and all cabins forbid smoking inside.

  Smith Mountain Lake State Park

  1235 State Park Road

  Huddleston, VA 24104-9547

  540-297-6066

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