Being recognized as one of the best lake beaches in the country reinforces what so many Virginians and visitors already know, ...

Community members got to see the new Smith Mountain Lake master plan for the first time Monday Night, and the plan aims to draw even more people to the area. Skip to main content.

The draft of the updated master plan for the Smith Mountain Lake State Park proposes a 60-site campground, 10 cabins, a paved off-road multipurpose trail, a new picnic area and the reconfiguration ...

Smith Mountain Lake State Park is a popular spot for beach goers! “For the summer season, which is like three and a half months or so, for the beach area we have on average about 35,000 in the ...

Smith Mountain Lake State Park was established in 1953. ... Now, visitors will find better facilities, a full range of outdoor activities, interpretive programs and 20 cabins for overnight stays.

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WSET)--The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation met today discussing the update of their master plan for the Smith Mountain Lake State Park. The plan calls for ...

Smith Mountain Lake State Park has been named the second-best lake beach in the country by the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ ...

Not great for more typical summertime lake activities, but perfect for the First Day Hike, offered at Smith Mountain Lake State Park -- and all of Virginia's other State Parks.

New Smith Mountain Lake State Park manager Chris Fritze talks about his role and the legacy of his predecessor Brian Heft, who retired in February after 32 years at the park.

Smith Mountain Lake State Park has named Chris Fritze as its new park manager. Fritze succeeds Brian Heft, who retired in February after serving as park manager for 32 years .