Friends of Smith Mountain Lake State Park is a group of people from the area who have an interest in promoting, protecting, and preserving the Park.  They work closely with the Park personnel to provide additional services, programs and support for Park activities and needs.  The members meet on the third Monday of each month at 9:30 in the Discovery Center.  We are a non-profit, charitable organization with 501c(3) status.  All membership dues and contributions are fully tax deductible.

The talents and interests within this group are as varied as its 80 plus members.  If you enjoy the outdoors and natural environment and would like to preserve it for future generations, the  friends of Smith Mountain Lake State Park may be just the organization you are looking for.