Bird's eye view of the campground

Bunkhouse, Group Sites and Yurts

Cabins and Lodge

Green Electric / Water

Horse Campground

Horse Stalls

Red Electric / Water

Shelters and Fayerdale Hall

Yellow E/W

Bird's eye view of the park

Fairy Stone State Park

Nestled in the rugged foothills within sight of the Blue Ridge Mountains of
Virginia are the lake and surrounding public lands of Philpott Lake. The clear
water and natural shoreline make Philpott Lake a unique place to visit. Over
6,000 acres of surrounding land, 3,000 acres of water, and a power plant make
up Philpott Project located in portions of Franklin, Henry and Patrick
counties. Congress authorized construction in 1944 for flood control and
hydroelectric power generation as the primary purposes, and water supply and
recreation as subsequent purposes.

Nestled in the rugged foothills within sight of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia are the lake and surrounding public lands of Philpott Lake.  The clear water and natural shoreline make Philpott Lake a unique place to visit.  Over 6,000 acres of surrounding land, 3,000 acres of water, and a power plant make up Philpott Project located in portions of Franklin, Henry and Patrick counties.  Congress authorized  construction in 1944 for flood control and hydroelectric power generation as the primary purposes, and water supply and recreation as subsequent purposes.

## Overview

Deer Island is a boat-access only campground with 21 primitive sites available
by reservation only. The sites are non-site specific. The closest launch ramp
for Deer Island, from April 1st through October 31st, is located in the
Salthouse Branch campground. During our non-peak season, from November 1st
until March 31st, you may launch from Twin Ridge, Goose Point, or Ramp 1.
Potable water and pit toilets are located on the island.

Philpott Lake Virtual Tour:
https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html

## Recreation

The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities.
Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill,
crappie and catfish. Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott
Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.

## Facilities

The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities.
Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill,
crappie and catfish. Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott
Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.

## Natural Features

Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's
steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine
and cedar. Wildlife is abundant throughout the area: Deer, turkeys, squirrels,
raccoons, and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.

## Nearby Attractions

The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife
Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Deer Island is a boat-access only campground with 21 primitive sites available by reservation only. The sites are non-site specific. The closest launch ramp for Deer Island, from April 1st through October 31st, is located in the Salthouse Branch campground. During our non-peak season, from November 1st until March 31st, you may launch from Twin Ridge, Goose Point, or Ramp 1. Potable water and pit toilets are located on the island. </p>

<p>Philpott Lake Virtual Tour: <a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html" rel="nofollow">https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish. Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish. Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine and cedar. Wildlife is abundant throughout the area: Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons, and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands. </p>

Deer Island

## Overview

Goose Point Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged
foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The clear water and natural
shoreline make Philpott Lake a unique place for visitors.  
  
Philpott Lake Virtual Tour:
https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html

## Recreation

The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities.
Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill,
crappie and catfish.  
  
Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing
visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.

## Facilities

The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities.
Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill,
crappie and catfish.  
  
Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing
visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.

## Natural Features

Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's
steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine
and cedar.  
  
Wildlife is abundant throughout the area: Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons,
and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.

## Nearby Attractions

The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife
Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Goose Point Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The clear water and natural shoreline make Philpott Lake a unique place for visitors. <br><br>Philpott Lake Virtual Tour: <a href="http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/philpott/tour.html" rel="nofollow">https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html</a></p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish.<br/>
<br/>
Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish.<br/>
<br/>
Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine and cedar. <br/>
<br/>
Wildlife is abundant throughout the area: Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons, and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.

Water access to Philpott Lake at Goose Point.

Beautiful grass, sandy beach and swim area at Goose Point

A grassy approach as you head toward the sandy beach and swim area at Philpott Lake's Goose Point.

Sandy beach and swim area at Goose Point.

Philpott Lake's inviting sandy beach and swim area at Goose Point.

Goose Point entrance kiosk with opening and closing gate arms.

Goose Point

## Overview

Horseshoe Point Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the
rugged foothills of Virgina's Blue Ridge Mountains. The park is located in a
rural and sparsely populated part of Franklin County near the small community
of Henry.  
  
  
Philpott Lake's clear water and natural shoreline make it a unique place for
visitors to enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking and camping.  
  
Click here for the Philpott Lake Virtual Tour:
https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html

## Recreation

The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities.
Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill,
crappie and catfish.  
  
Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing
visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.

## Facilities

The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities.
Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill,
crappie and catfish.  
  
Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing
visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.

## Natural Features

Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's
steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine
and cedar.  
  
Wildlife is abundant throughout the area: Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons,
and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.

## Nearby Attractions

The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife
Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Horseshoe Point Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virgina's Blue Ridge Mountains. The park is located in a rural and sparsely populated part of Franklin County near the small community of Henry. <br><br><br>Philpott Lake's clear water and natural shoreline make it a unique place for visitors to enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking and camping.   <br><br>Click here for the Philpott Lake Virtual Tour: <a href="http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/philpott/tour.html" rel="nofollow">https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html </a></p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish.<br/>
<br/>
Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish.<br/>
<br/>
Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine and cedar. <br/>
<br/>
Wildlife is abundant throughout the area: Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons, and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.

Campsite with picnic table, and lantern post.

Campsite with picnic table and lantern post.

Boat ramp access from Horseshoe Point.

Children's playground surrounded with wood chips and nestled in the forest.

Campsite parking spur with steps to camping area.

Campsite parking spur with steps that lead to the camping area and barbeque.

Horseshoe Point campsite with picnic table, surrounded by forest.

Large sandy beach and roped-off swim area at Horseshoe Point.

Horseshoe Point

## Overview

Philpott Park is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged
foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The clear water and natural
shoreline make Philpott Lake a unique place for visitors to enjoy boating,
fishing, hiking, picnicking and camping.  
  
Philpott Lake Virtual Tour:
https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html

## Recreation

The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities.
Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill,
crappie and catfish.  
  
Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing
visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.

## Facilities

The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities.
Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill,
crappie and catfish.  
  
Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing
visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.

## Natural Features

Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's
steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine
and cedar.  
  
Wildlife is abundant throughout the area. Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons,
and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.

## Nearby Attractions

The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife
Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Philpott Park is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The clear water and natural shoreline make Philpott Lake a unique place for visitors to enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking and camping.   <br><br>Philpott Lake Virtual Tour: <a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html" rel="nofollow">https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish.<br/>
<br/>
Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish.<br/>
<br/>
Many miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine and cedar. <br/>
<br/>
Wildlife is abundant throughout the area. Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons, and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.

A shelter with picnic tables and barbeque.

Covered shelter with tables and barbeque.

View of the Philpott Lake dam.

Entrance station at Philpott Lake.

Overview of Philpott Lake.

View of Philpott Lake at sunset.

Philpott Park

## Overview

Salthouse Branch Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the
rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The park is located in a
rural and sparsely populated part of Franklin County near the small community
of Henry.  
  
  
Philpott Lake's clear water and natural shoreline make it a unique place for
visitors to enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking and camping.  
  
Click here for the Philpott Lake Virtual Tour:
https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html

## Recreation

The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities.
Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill,
crappie and catfish.  
  
There are two hiking trails accessible from the park. The Dogwood Glen trail
is a 4.5 mile out-and-back, multi-use trail open to hikers, mountain bikers,
and equestrians. The trail is moderate to strenuous in difficulty and connects
Salthouse Branch Park to the Philpott Dam Tailrace. The Laurel Ridge trail is
2.25 miles out-and-back trail open to hikers and mountain bikers. It is
moderate in difficulty and connects Salthouse Branch Park to Twin Ridge Park.

## Facilities

The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities.
Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill,
crappie and catfish.  
  
There are two hiking trails accessible from the park. The Dogwood Glen trail
is a 4.5 mile out-and-back, multi-use trail open to hikers, mountain bikers,
and equestrians. The trail is moderate to strenuous in difficulty and connects
Salthouse Branch Park to the Philpott Dam Tailrace. The Laurel Ridge trail is
2.25 miles out-and-back trail open to hikers and mountain bikers. It is
moderate in difficulty and connects Salthouse Branch Park to Twin Ridge Park.

## Natural Features

Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's
steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine
and cedar.  
  
Wildlife is abundant throughout the area. Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons,
and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.

## Nearby Attractions

The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife
Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Salthouse Branch Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The park is located in a rural and sparsely populated part of Franklin County near the small community of Henry. <br><br><br>Philpott Lake's clear water and natural shoreline make it a unique place for visitors to enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking and camping. <br><br>Click here for the Philpott Lake Virtual Tour: <a href="http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/philpott/tour.html" rel="nofollow">https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/philpott/tour.html</a></p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish.<br><br>There are two hiking trails accessible from the park. The Dogwood Glen trail is a 4.5 mile out-and-back, multi-use trail open to hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians. The trail is moderate to strenuous in difficulty and connects Salthouse Branch Park to the Philpott Dam Tailrace. The Laurel Ridge trail is 2.25 miles out-and-back trail open to hikers and mountain bikers. It is moderate in difficulty and connects Salthouse Branch Park to Twin Ridge Park. </p>

<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish.<br><br>There are two hiking trails accessible from the park. The Dogwood Glen trail is a 4.5 mile out-and-back, multi-use trail open to hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians. The trail is moderate to strenuous in difficulty and connects Salthouse Branch Park to the Philpott Dam Tailrace. The Laurel Ridge trail is 2.25 miles out-and-back trail open to hikers and mountain bikers. It is moderate in difficulty and connects Salthouse Branch Park to Twin Ridge Park. </p>

<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine and cedar. <br/>
<br/>
Wildlife is abundant throughout the area. Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons, and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands.

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