Smith Mountain Cooperative Access offers two year-round parking areas (one in Bedford County, one in Pittsylvania County) with gated roads and trails open for foot travel throughout the year, though four-wheel drive is recommended for seasonal hunter access roads.

The 4,996-acre property features ten miles of Smith Mountain Lake shoreline with bank fishing access, primitive camping (no campfires), and hiking opportunities across forested terrain with elevations ranging from 800 to over 2,000 feet.

A valid Virginia hunting, fishing, or boating license/permit is required to use this area.