Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., now through April 30. Learn more.

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Ranger Parker Redfox - VASP Mascot

Location of Smith Mountain Lake State Park in Virginia

Where

Smith Mountain Lake State Park, 1235 State Park Rd., Huddleston, VA 24104.
Discovery Center Pavilion

When

June 14, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Head on over to the park to learn about Ranger Parker Red Fox, the Virginia State Parks mascot. Parker is a fox with a mission to help reconnect children with the outdoors, helping them understand the connections between the importance of forest habitats, recreational fun in parks, and the diversity of species in the outdoors. There were six original Virginia State Parks, which all opened June 15, 1936. Do you know which ones they were? Do you know how many Virginia State Parks there are today? Discover the answers here at Smith Mountain Lake State Park and join the park guide for some fun and foxy crafts.

For more information on this and other programs at the park, call (540) 297-6066. This event is free, but regular parking fees still apply.

Ranger Parker Red Fox - VASP mascot

About Virginia State Parks History and Culture Day

On June 15, 1936, Virginia became the first state to open an entire park system of six parks on the same day. To celebrate this significant anniversary, Virginia State Parks hosts History and Culture Day every year on June 15, providing a unique opportunity for visitors to explore the stories that make our parks special while enjoying the scenic beauty of its natural landscapes. From cultural demonstrations and reenactments to ranger-led kayaking tours and guided nature walks, History and Culture Day offers special programs for visitors of all ages.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-297-6066
Email Address: smlake@dcr.virginia.gov