Smith Mountain Lake State Park

State: Virginia

Address 1: 1235 State Park Road

City: Huddleston

Zip: 24104

Phone: 540-297-6066

Open all Year: Yes

Number of Sites: 75

Electric Water: 24

Camp URL: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/smi.shtml#camping

Full Hook: Yes

Although situated on the second largest body of freshwater in the state, Smith Mountain Lake State Park is not just for water enthusiasts. In addition to a full range of water related activities, including swimming, fishing and boating, the park offers miles of hiking trails, housekeeping cabins, camping, picnicking, a visitor center and interpretive programs.

The park’s 500-foot beach opened in the summer of 1989 and is Smith Mountain Lake’s only public swimming beach. The beach can accommodate 1,000 people and is guarded during operating hours. In the summer, swimming is free for overnight guests, however it cannot be guaranteed should circumstances beyond the park’s control require that swimming be stopped.

There are 13 hiking trails ranging from half a mile to three miles long. Trails meander through the park’s various features, including hardwood forests, pine forests, secluded coves and picturesque vistas. They are open year-round during daylight hours.