Lake Smith & Lake Lawson

Virginia Beach, VA · Fresh

Approximate

Reliable year-round freshwater — crappie stack up along the standing timber in spring.

Access
Bank / Shore, Kayak
Fishing setting
Pond & Lake
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Beginner suitability
Beginner-Friendly
Accessibility
Paved fishing pier/platform at Lake Smith.
Safety
Standard freshwater precautions — watch footing along the bank.
Common species
Largemouth Bass, Crappie, Catfish
Parking
City-maintained lot off Northampton Blvd.
Approximate

A real place or fact confirmed via an official source, but a specific detail (often exact coordinates) is an estimate, not something that source states outright.

Confirmed as a real public natural area with fishing decks and a boat ramp on the freshwater lakes. Exact coordinates are an estimate.

Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation · Last checked 2026-08-08

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36.8850°N, 76.1450°W
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