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Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend - Discovery Center Exploration

Location of Smith Mountain Lake State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Discovery Center
Main Park Address: Smith Mountain Lake State Park, 1235 State Park Rd., Huddleston, VA 24104.

When

Sept. 14, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Stop by and explore the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake. Discover how Virginia’s second-largest lake was created, wander through our butterfly garden, learn about ospreys, and explore our "touch table." If you decide to continue your explorations outside the Center on our trails, be sure to pick up one or more of our Jr. Discovery Series brochures. We offer guides for trees, wildflowers, reptiles, mammals, amphibians, and fish. Trail guides are also available in the brochure rack at the Discovery Education Center.

photo of a deer in the forest

About Girl Scouts Love State Parks

Every September, during Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend, Virginia State Parks offers a variety of programs to connect Girl Scouts with nature while earning badges. From guided hikes and plant identification to campfire building and backpacking basics, this special weekend helps Girl Scouts learn outdoor skills, build confidence and become advocates for the environment.

Other details

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