Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area offers day-use access ($8 per vehicle) to a 7-acre lake with a sandy beach in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Natural Bridge, Virginia.

Paddlers should note that only non-motorized kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are permitted, requiring a 700-foot portage from the parking lot to the lake.

The area features hiking trails, fishing opportunities, camping facilities, flush toilets with hot showers, and a picnic shelter, with easy interstate access making it convenient for day trips or overnight stays.