Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

Mother's Day Pontoon Boat Tour

Location of Smith Mountain Lake State Park in Virginia

Where

Smith Mountain Lake State Park, 1235 State Park Rd., Huddleston, VA 24104.
Boat ramp, at tournament building

When

May 11, 2024. 9:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Give Mom a real treat this Mother's Day. Ride with a ranger on our 30-foot pontoon boat and learn the history of how the lake was created and the origin of the state park. Keep a lookout for an abundance of wildlife which makes Smith Mountain Lake its home. Watch to see the ospreys that have returned to the lake from their winter home in the Caribbean. We will make stops along the way to take in the scenery and for photo opportunities. Life vests will be provided by the park and must be worn at all times. Water and sunscreen are recommended.

You must arrive 15 minutes before the start time for the safety briefing in order to board the vessel. Boat leaves dock at exactly 9:30 a.m. Space is limited: Pre-registration required at the Main Office/Visitor Center. Registration for this event opens 5/4/2024 and closes at 7 p.m. 5/10/2024. Unfortunately, we cannot take pets aboard the boat. Event is free. Regular parking fees apply. For more information, please call our Main Office at (540) 297-6066 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

After the tour, we would love for you to join us at the Discovery Center at 12 p.m. for our Mother's Day Tea Party.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-297-6066
Email Address: smlake@dcr.virginia.gov