Lake Anna State Park offers a public boat launch with early access for anglers (5:30 a. m. weekdays, 6:30 a. m. weekends in summer) and a 2-acre fishing pond designed for children and disabled persons.

The park features over 15 miles of trails for hiking and biking, a guarded swimming beach (seasonal, fee required), camping and cabin accommodations, and a visitor center with exhibits on the park's gold mining history.

Day-use parking areas fill quickly on weekends and holidays, so early arrival is recommended.