Smith Lake Army RV Park, near Fayetteville, North Carolina, is a solid choice for military families and those looking for a peaceful retreat. The campground offers spacious sites with concrete pads, full hookups, and a friendly atmosphere, making it a comfortable spot to settle in.

With access to a beautiful lake, visitors can enjoy fishing, kayaking, and other water activities. The playgrounds and bike trails are a hit with families, providing plenty of options for outdoor fun. One camper mentioned, “The staff was very friendly, and the facilities were new right on the Smith Lake Beach.”

You might hear the sounds of helicopters from the nearby airfield, which some find adds to the charm of the place. Clean and well-maintained facilities, including showers and a sanitary dump station, ensure a hassle-free stay. As one reviewer noted, “Campground is quiet and well laid out,” making it a great spot to unwind after a day of activities.

While the beach area is only open on weekends until Labor Day, the overall experience is highly recommended for those connected to the Department of Defense. Whether you're here for a short visit or a longer stay, Smith Lake Army RV Park has a welcoming vibe and plenty to keep you entertained.

Smith Lake Army RV Park

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Great Stay for DOD associated members.  

Playgrounds were phenomenal for kids. Bike and Hiking trails all through out the site.  Fishing as well - with respective fishing license.

Staff was very receptive and the facilities were new right on the Smith Lake Beach.  Beautiful. You can rent kayaks and paddle boats right on the water front, but the beach is only open on Weekends until Labor Day.

Sites were pretty tight to one another and not each site had a fire ring — community fire rings only.  

Overall great experience - and highly recommended for military families.  

Great Family Fun for DoD Members

Campground is off the beaten path but we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Availability required us to move during our stay but that wasn’t a big deal. We loved the sounds of freedom and enjoyed seeing our service members practicing flight maneuvers. Being retired aviation, we peacefully slept thru it all.  We didn’t use facilities but staff was helpful and professional. Would recommend and stay again. 

Smith Lake Visit

Clean and level site (6). Fire pit, picnic table and cement pad with full hookup. Many AD soldiers and their families fulltime. They have been great. Next to Simmons Army Air Field so, expect whirlybirds at all hours buzzing the CG. All the sounds of freedom are to be expected and enjoyed. It's winter so, the lake and amenities aren't available for use. But, they look great and you can fish inside the rec area, just not from the Campground. 

Great Army MWR Campground 

Lots of recreational activities with lake access. Staff was very friendly. Concrete pads are level and sites are spacious with a picnic table and fire pit. Close to Ft. Bragg entrance, Exchange, and Commissary. This campground is near a military runway so be prepared for loud aircraft noise as well as other military installation noise. 

Recreation Heaven

Camp Ground is quiet and well laid out.   Facilitaies are clean and maintained.  Lake was open and fun to play in.

Camp ground is next to airfield, you might get Helicopter nosies from time to time.

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