VSP Fishing 101

Location of Smith Mountain Lake State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Meet at Discovery Center Pavilion
Main Park Address: Smith Mountain Lake State Park, 1235 State Park Rd., Huddleston, VA 24104.

When

Aug. 12, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Have you been fishing before? Want to learn how? Then join our ranger and explore the basics of how to fish. Learn how to rig your line and make a great cast. Then try your hand at catching plastic "backyard bass". Fun for the whole family. There is no actual fishing during this program, so no fishing license is required.

Space is limited, so pre-registration is required at the Visitor Center. This program is FREE.

Backyard Bass program at Virginia State Parks

Other details

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