Stonewall Jackson Lake

About Stonewall Jackson Lake

Named for Thomas Jonathan ?Stonewall? Jackson, a famous general in the Confederate Army during the Civil War, who was born on January 21, 1824, in nearby Clarksburg, West Virginia. A major recreation area is located at the Stonewall Jackson State Park which provides visitors with numerous opportunities including a 374 slip marina, picnic facilities and a 18 hole championship golf course, lodge, cabins and additional campsites. Backwater areas provide excellent fishing opportunities. Canoeists and other paddlers can explore the many inlets and backwater areas along the lake?s 82-mile shoreline.

How to Get There

The Stonewall Resort and State Park recreation areas may be reached via I-79 at Exit 91(Roanoke). The Dam and Tail Waters may be reached via I-79 at Exit 96(second Weston exit).

Plan Your Visit to Stonewall Jackson Lake

Heading to Stonewall Jackson Lake? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)