Smith Mountain Lake State Park

Category: State park

Address: 1235 Rd 888, Huddleston, VA 24104, USA

Phone: +15402976066

Reviews

Kc

Oct 22, 2022

Always very happy when visiting SML. Clean, safe, very well managed, and best of all, so much to do, or if you choose, do nothing at all. Can't wait for spring!

CHAOSNCHECK T

Oct 20, 2022

Two night stop. Had site #14. Lots of shade, gravel pad, picnic table and fire ring. Store was well stocked. Easy check in. No sewer. Had three bars with Verizon

Nigel Starkey

Oct 12, 2022

Stunning scenery, travelling from the UK we needed some guidance, so a big thanks to the Park Ranger for his advice!

DON COOPER

Oct 9, 2022

Smith Mountain Lake Community Park in Virginia is a wonderful place to celebrate birthdays, baby showers or just to enjoy the beautiful sites. My nephew and his wife recently had their baby shower there. It was wonderful!

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Questions & Answers

what are the cabin rental cost?

Jessica Campbell | Oct 23, 2018
Paul Stover | Oct 23, 2018

Go to the va state park website, click on cabins and there's a link to fees for all seasons and types

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Is the day beach open to the public yet

Weddle Catherine | Oct 22, 2020
Greg Packham | Oct 22, 2020

Recommend you call the information Center at the park. It beach was closed as of yesterday.

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Do you have paddle boards to rent at the park?

Bren Mason | Oct 23, 2018
James “Jim” Wheeler | Oct 23, 2018

Yes

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What time does the beach open for swimming ?

Jessica Schick | Oct 23, 2018
Julia Lewis | Oct 23, 2018

10 am

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How much does it cost to get in and swim for a day? Thanks

Barbara Gray | Oct 23, 2018
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 23, 2018

We have a per car parking fee of $5 for Virginia residents and $7 for non-residents. For weekend days swimming is $4 for age 13 and up, $3 for ages 3-12 and free for under 3. Weekdays are a dollar cheaper for each of those. Guarded swimming starts the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. When guards aren't available we allow swimming at your own risk in the roped off area at no fee.

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What is the price for out of state fishing license

Paul Crawford | Oct 23, 2018
Jack Mullikin | Oct 23, 2018

No idea.... check with fish and game dept.

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Does the park have a laundry facility?

Step Dancer | Oct 23, 2018
Jack Mullikin | Oct 23, 2018

No

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Is there handicap accessible fishing there?

Lloyd Good | Jul 24, 2022
Angela Duque | Jul 24, 2022

Yes

Can someone tell me what the price is to swim at Beach and to park your car. Thanks

Barbara Gray | Jul 24, 2022
Morgan W | Jul 24, 2022

It's $7 to enter the park, and $4 per adult to access the beach. The ranger will give you tape to hang your receipt in your windshield when you park, and you get wrist bands at the beach.

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How long are the trails there?

Michael King | Mar 26, 2022
Rob Sachs | Apr 25, 2022

There are a few different trails; I regularly do a loop that covers basically the whole park and my watch says it's a hair over 2 miles.

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I emailed a question of bringing our battery operated golf cart and was told yes we can, then I hear that a friend brought theres and was told they couldnt use it, which correct?

Pam LOVE | Feb 24, 2022
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Feb 24, 2022

Where did you email? Perhaps not to a state park email? Our state park is only a small part of the whole Smith Mountain Lake area. Our roads are all state roads and golf carts are not allowed on state roads.

Are there any RVs already on site to rent?

Bonnie Collopy | Dec 26, 2021
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Dec 26, 2021

No and the campground is closed now until March. However, we do rent cabins at the park. https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/smith-mountain-lake#cabins

Do they have water and sewer ups for rvs

Kyma Holdren | Oct 22, 2021
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 22, 2021

Water and electric and a dump station, no sewer hookups.

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How much is a cabin

Billy Wilson | Oct 22, 2021
Angela Wright | Oct 22, 2021

Cabins in the State Park are around $130 per night before taxes and fees.

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Do they have handicap restrooms or family bathrooms? I am a disabled person who will be coming there tomorrow and require assistance in using the restroom. My caregiver is a male I want to make sure that won't be a problem.e

boogiebeat09 | Oct 22, 2021
Heather Hunter | Oct 22, 2021

We just got back from a camping trip to Smith Mountain lake. The campground has a men's and a women's bathroom. Both have a handicap stall. There is one handicap accessable shower room that is very spacious. I believe the main office/visitor center also has handicap accessible stalls in the bathrooms. The rangers are super nice, so they'll work with you guys too make sure everything is great!

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What amenities do state parks in Virginia provide? Water, electric and sewer for Rv's?

Gary Johnson | Oct 22, 2021
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 22, 2021

All of our full service campgrounds offer water and electric although many also have sites without electricity but with water hydrants scattered through the campground. Only 2 parks have sewer: Camp Burson at Hungry Mother and Kiptopeke.

Do the Ew50 lots have picnic tables and fire pits.

greg vess | Oct 22, 2020
Steven Courtright | Oct 22, 2020

Yes they all have picnic tables and fire pits.

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Its open today 09/7/20? Workdays

JOAQUIN GOLDMAN | Oct 22, 2020
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 22, 2020

Yes!

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What is space rental for rv

JoAnne Hollenbeck-Schenk | Oct 22, 2020
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 22, 2020

Fees can be found here: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/document/feescamping.pdf

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Is THE Beaches At Smithmountain Lake going To Be OPEN On The 4th Of July I Would Like To Know PLEASE

LINDA WILCHER WILCHER | Oct 22, 2020
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 22, 2020

Yes

Is the beach area open yet?

Michael Wines | Oct 22, 2020
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 22, 2020

Opened today (6/12/2020)

Is the beach access open on sundays?

Tiffany Adams | Oct 22, 2020
Richard Crawford | Oct 22, 2020

Open starting June 12

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Do you have a date for when the paddleboards will be available for rent?

Jim Maas | Oct 22, 2020
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 22, 2020

Our beach has been closed but we have a 3rd party rental company so check with them: From Memorial Day through Labor Day, call 540-297-3642 for information and reservations; call 540-721-1639 the rest of the year. If the first number doesn't work, try the second because I don't know if they are on site yet. Our beach should be opening next weekend (June 13, 2020)

How much is an Rv site with hook ups.

Larry Franklin | Oct 22, 2020
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 22, 2020

We don't have sewer but have a dump station. Here are the fees: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/document/feescamping.pdf. Campground in open the first Friday of March until the first Monday in December.

Is it near a dam?

Diane McLaughlin | Oct 23, 2019
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 23, 2019

There is a dam on Smith Mountain Lake but it is a big lake and "near" is a relative term. It's about a half hour away by car. They have a nice visitor center: http://www.smithmtn.com/about/VisitorsCenter.aspx See the Google map directions to the dam from our park here: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Smith+Mountain+Lake+State+Park,+1235+Rd+888,+Huddleston,+VA+24104/2074+Ford+Rd,+Sandy+Level,+VA+24161/@37.0902123,-79.5849243,13z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x884d45d9c22c3491:0x579f64b1b5bb0c!2m2!1d-79.5929977!2d37.0918953!1m5!1m1!1s0x884d4fa3efa3c6d5:0xd0294af2494fc710!2m2!1d-79.533094!2d37.041387!3e0?hl=en&authuser=0

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Can you dock a boat at the park?

Cindy and Dan Fendley | Oct 23, 2019
Chelsea Bell | Oct 23, 2019

It's a small lake bro. There is a dock but I think it's made for launching paddle boats and such. Check out cheary lake if you want to bring anything sizable.

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Do u pay to park and swim?

Lisa Ware | Oct 23, 2019
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 23, 2019

Yes

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Can you come and catfish at night from bank in park.

Eugene hall | Oct 23, 2019
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 23, 2019

Night fishing allowed in areas not gated/closed, normal parking fees apply.

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Can I park my boat at smith mountain lake state park

Rihs | Oct 23, 2019
David Hartzell | Oct 23, 2019

There's boat launch you have to pay but I don't think you can leave it overnight.

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Is there a place to dock boats, if coming via lake house?

Kristin Michaels | Oct 23, 2019
Penny Foody | Oct 23, 2019

Yes! And there are bathrooms, ve ding machines and picnic tables there too. Down the cove where the swim beach is but yo the right in the cove. Boat ramps there also.

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How can I reserve a area for my daughter's bday party

Cassey Tanks | Oct 23, 2019
Barry Wilson | Oct 23, 2019

call or go to the website

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Is there a fee for boat launching in addition to the entry fee?

Dannie Smith | Oct 23, 2019
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 23, 2019

Yes. Technically it is a trailer parking fee. It is $3 for the trailer on top of the $7 parking fee.

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Where can I find listings of lakefront campers for sale at this location? Thank you for any help you can give.

Alma Harlow | Oct 23, 2019
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 23, 2019

This is a state park. We don't sell campers or spaces for campers - we rent sites for camping in our campground.

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Is there cabin rentels at the park ?

Charlie Sylvester | Oct 23, 2019
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 23, 2019

Yes. They are very popular. The summer cabins usually book out at the advance window which is 11 months.

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Are dogs aloud?

nikki worth | Oct 23, 2019
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 23, 2019

In most areas of the park in a leash no longer than 6’. Dogs are not allowed on the swimming beach (state law) or the park office, discovery center, restrooms or bathhouses.

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Can you swim before memorial weekend?

Katelyne Mitchell | Oct 23, 2019
Jamis Coda | Oct 23, 2019

Sometimes they open the beach two weeks before Memorial Day on weekends only. You should call to find out. There is a parking fee and a beach fee. It has been at least five years since I have been.

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What happened to last year's Opry nest? It's gone. April 23, '19

Vaun Gott | Oct 23, 2019
Katherine PAYNE | Oct 23, 2019

ford

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Do cabins have a coffee pot?

Nancy Kracke | Oct 23, 2019
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 23, 2019

Yes. They use flat bottom filters.

Is there a playground? And are you able to boat on the lake?

Dante Medori (Dantelevator) | Oct 23, 2019
Roberto Lopez | Oct 23, 2019

Yes,

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Is there a senior citizen discount on camping.

Lynda Steffey | Oct 23, 2018
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 23, 2018

No. Virginia residents get a 15% and we offer a loyalty program that equates to another 10%.

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Can We bring our own kayaks and can put in at the park

Mike Whitehead | Oct 23, 2018
Nancy Heltman | Oct 23, 2018

Yes!

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can you rent kayaks?

Emarr Emm | Oct 23, 2018
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 23, 2018

We have a third party that manages that concession. Here are the details: Boat rentals (canoes, kayaks, hydrobikes, paddleboats, pontoon boats, ski boats and jet skis) are available at the park from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The park concessionaire also rents boats offsite the rest of the year. Reservations are taken for those wishing to rent more than six hours. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, call 540-297-3642 for information and reservations; call 540-721-1639 the rest of the year.

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Can you bring your dog to the beach/lake?

Holly Jones | Oct 23, 2018
Everardo Aguilar | Oct 23, 2018

Dogs must be on a leash and are not allowed in swimming area.

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How much is a jet ski rental on the park?

Samantha Cassell | Oct 23, 2018
Lavoyd Hairston | Oct 23, 2018

300$ a day

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How do I get to the beach part? When you look up the directions it comes up with different directions.

charlene cope | Oct 23, 2018
Susan Davis | Oct 23, 2018

Go through the main entrance. There's a booth there and you can ask attendant or follow signs on the road. If you go straight all the way to the end and park...the beach is on the left. You have to walk past the restrooms and refreshment stands to get to it. You really can't see it from the parking lot.

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Are coolers with drinks and food allowed on the beach?

Patricia Thomas | Oct 23, 2018
Jacob Counts | Oct 23, 2018

Not allowed on the beach itself (sand), but can be brought and left further up on the grass area. There are signs letting you know where the line is.

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How much to camp

crystal jones | Oct 23, 2018
Tim Shelton | Oct 23, 2018

They have a web site with all the prices

Is the beach/swimming area open yet?

Belinda Carroll | Oct 23, 2018
Cortrin Robinson | Oct 23, 2018

Yea the beach stays open year round.

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Can you pay to just take a shower at the campground if your not staying at the campground?

Melissa Cozort | Oct 23, 2018
Michele | Oct 23, 2019

Yes.

When does the state park open? Tomorrow will yall be open

Kimber Dooley | Oct 23, 2018
Smith Mountain Lake State Park | Oct 23, 2018

We are open 365 days a year except for a few hunting days in the fall.

How much is the people boats

Barbara Gray | Oct 23, 2018
Steve Young | Oct 23, 2018

Can you rephrase the question

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Are there horseback riding trails at all state park?

Rose Cusack | Oct 23, 2018
Dennis Woodson | Oct 23, 2018

Not necessarily. Check the VA Dept. of Parks & Recreation website.

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Is lake is open today?

jay hada | Oct 23, 2018
David Reynolds | Oct 23, 2018

The lake is always open, just use any accessible launch ramp.

Do all the cabins have an outdoor fire pit?

Karl Peterson | Oct 23, 2018
Mike Hobbs | Oct 23, 2018

Yes they do, as well as the tent sites.

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Is this a good place to park your RV for all year round

Mark Cundiff | Oct 23, 2018
Kyle Williams | Oct 23, 2018

I don't think so. They have camping areas but not designed for long term storage.

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Are you open for camping yet?

john guzlowski | Oct 23, 2018
G-man D-man | Oct 23, 2018

Yes, have camping spots and cabins

Are there park cabins to rent?

Sally Mielcarek | Oct 23, 2018
Liz Smith | Oct 23, 2018

You can reserve a cabin if you plan ahead. Cabins for July 4th week 2018 were fully booked by mid January.

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Are you open in November

JOHN GIBBONS | Oct 23, 2018
Josh Montgomery | Oct 23, 2018

They are closed Nov. 6-7 and Nov. 13-14 for managed deer hunts.

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Are any of the RV sites waterfront?

Melinda Eppard | Oct 23, 2017
David Reynolds | Oct 23, 2017

No sites near the water, you can't see the water through the trees.

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