SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, Va. (WSET) — Smith Mountain Lake State Park has been named the second-best lake beach in the country!

(WSET)--The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation met today discussing the update of their master plan for the Smith Mountain Lake State Park ... a 60-site campground, new picnic ...

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

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

Recommended Videos But perfect for the First Day Hike, offered at Smith Mountain Lake State Park -- and all of Virginia's other State Parks. Erin and James Lawson drove from Manassas in Northern ...

Smith Mountain Lake State Park was established in 1953 ... “When I got here it was mostly just a day-use park with a primitive campground, And they had just built the swim area,” he said.

Smith Mountain Lake State Park opened in 1983 and is a staple for not only access to the lake, but access to nature and solitude as well. The park has always operated under a master plan ...

HUDDLESTON — Smith Mountain Lake State Park has its first new park manager in 32 years. Chris Fritze recently took over the role following the February retirement of longtime park manager Brian ...

HUDDLESTON, Va. (WDBJ) - Earth Day is coming up Monday and Smith Mountain Lake State Park celebrated a little early this year. The park celebrated Earth Day with informational activities ...