Spring has sprung, and there is no better place to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather than at Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

The Smith Mountain Lake Triathlon is the first open water swim triathlon in the western part of the state of Virginia.

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.

Spoil Mom with a delightful cup of tea.

Bring Mom out for a Wild Flower Walk to uncover some of Virginia's prettiest, yet often overlooked treasures.

Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

Hey, kids: turn off the television, put away the video games, and head over to the park with your family for some real FUN.  11 a.m. to Noon “Follow the Tracks” - Ever wonder what made those footprints you see when hiking a trail?

Looking for a family friendly way to kick off your summer fun?

Fly on over and learn how to make a bird feeder from natural materials which you can keep. Hang it up at your campsite, or take it home with you. Discover a wide variety of birds as they fly in to enjoy your "buffet".

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

What's a camping trip without a campfire?

Take some time to get out of the hot sun and join our park nature interpreter under the tent for some fun crafts. Memorial Day is a time to give thanks to all the brave men and women who fought to give us our freedom.

Our summer concert series is back, so get ready for some "foot-stomping" fun with an evening of bluegrass music.

Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

Take some time to get out of the hot sun and join our park nature interpreter under the tent for some fun crafts. Memorial Day is a time to give thanks to all the brave men and women who fought to give us our freedom.

Look for the park interpreter on the sidewalk between the pavilion and sand at the swimming beach to have some fun making bubbles.

Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

“What does the fox say?” Did you know that there are two different foxes found in Virginia, the red fox and the grey fox?

Ever wonder what the fish are doing when they dive deep under water?

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

Adventures are meant to be shared - National Trails Day is a great opportunity to meet new people in your area and share a fun experience on a local trail.

Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

Allow the evening to envelop you and enjoy a hay wagon ride with our park interpreter.

Who-who's there?

Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

What's a camping trip without a campfire?

Who made those footprints?

Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

Allow the evening to envelop you and enjoy a hay wagon ride with our park interpreter.

All aboard the Virginia Dare for a fun-filled & informative lunch cruise.

Who made those footprints?

Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

What's a camping trip without a campfire?

Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

Be a part of the celebration - Head on over to the park to learn about Ranger Parker Redfox, the Virginia State Parks mascot.

Who made those footprints?

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

Allow the evening to envelop you and enjoy a hay wagon ride with our park interpreter.

Explore the life cycle of butterflies.  Learn what is special about the monarch butterfly.  What do they like to eat?

Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

What is your favorite camping activity: roasting marshmallows, hiking a trail, staying up late and looking at the stars, using a flashlight, or sleeping in a tent? Tell the ranger why you think camping is so much fun. Then explore camping life as you create some awesome crafts.

What's a camping trip without a campfire?

Bring the whole family and enjoy an evening of great music with the "Wildfire Band".

Fly on over and learn how to make a bird feeder from natural materials which you can keep. Hang it up at your campsite, or take it home with you. Discover a wide variety of birds as they fly in to enjoy your "buffet".

Ever wonder what the fish are doing when they dive deep under water?

Explore animal tracks and signs, get ‘buggy’ with insects, splash through a creek looking for critters, and get up close and personal with some of our reptile friends.

What is your favorite camping activity: roasting marshmallows, hiking a trail, staying up late and looking at the stars, using a flashlight, or sleeping in a tent? Tell the ranger why you think camping is so much fun. Then explore camping life as you create some awesome crafts.

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

Allow the evening to envelop you and enjoy a hay wagon ride with our park interpreter.

Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

Ever wonder what the fish are doing when they dive deep under water?

The summer is in full swing at Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

What is your favorite camping activity: roasting marshmallows, hiking a trail, staying up late and looking at the stars, using a flashlight, or sleeping in a tent? Tell the ranger why you think camping is so much fun. Then explore camping life as you create some awesome crafts.

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

Migrate to the beach, under the tent below the pavilion, to learn about the fascinating "Fish Hawk". Learn interesting facts about our visiting ospreys: how do you tell the male from the female?

Join our park ranger and learn how to tie different knots.

Independence Day is a time to celebrate our country's birth.

What's a camping trip without a campfire?

Get creative and be inspired by the beautiful scenery of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

Scurry on over to the tent below the pavilion to investigate the secret life of a bug.

Find the roving rangers, as they travel the beach, to find out what cool things they brought with them from our Discovery Center.

Explore the life cycle of butterflies.  Learn what is special about the monarch butterfly.  What do they like to eat?

Take some time to get out of the hot sun and join our park nature interpreter under the tent for some fun crafts. Independence Day is a time to reflect on our freedom.

Look for the park interpreter on the sidewalk between the pavilion and sand at the swimming beach to have some fun making bubbles.

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

Allow the evening to envelop you and enjoy a hay wagon ride with our park interpreter.

Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

“What does the fox say?” Did you know that there are two different foxes found in Virginia, the red fox and the grey fox?

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

Ever wonder what the fish are doing when they dive deep under water?

What is your favorite camping activity: roasting marshmallows, hiking a trail, staying up late and looking at the stars, using a flashlight, or sleeping in a tent? Tell the ranger why you think camping is so much fun. Then explore camping life as you create some awesome crafts.

What's a camping trip without a campfire?

Who made those footprints?

Can you recall taking a break on a hot summer day and sitting under the shade of a maple tree, or swinging on a tire swing hung from a giant oak? Trees provide many benefits, including food, shelter and oxygen, to both humans and wildlife.

Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

Fly on over and learn how to make a bird feeder from natural materials which you can keep. Hang it up at your campsite, or take it home with you. Discover a wide variety of birds as they fly in to enjoy your "buffet".

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

Would you like to reduce your "plastic footprint" on our landfills, while finding a way to better enjoy the birds in your backyard?

Experience an enjoyable ride on the lake while we watch the sun slip below the horizon, and later watch as the full moon rises and shimmers over the surface of the lake.

All aboard the Virginia Dare for a fun-filled & informative lunch cruise.

Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

Do you enjoy coffee, chocolate, fruits, and vegetables?

Smith Mountain Lake, the second largest lake in Virginia, has a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which are on display in our 700 gallon aquarium located at the park's Visitor Center.

What is your favorite camping activity: roasting marshmallows, hiking a trail, staying up late and looking at the stars, using a flashlight, or sleeping in a tent? Tell the ranger why you think camping is so much fun. Then explore camping life as you create some awesome crafts.

Ever wonder what the fish are doing when they dive deep under water?

Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

Who made those footprints?

Scurry on over to investigate the secret life of a bug.

Fly on over and learn how to make a bird feeder from natural materials which you can keep. Hang it up at your campsite, or take it home with you. Discover a wide variety of birds as they fly in to enjoy your "buffet".

Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.