The Channels One of the many wonderful features of Smith Mountain Lake is the numbered navigation channel marker system on both the main channels and the tributaries. The Roanoke Channel numbers start at R1 near the dam and extend west, …
Recognizing the ‘Poison’ Plants Part 2
There are undoubtedly a wide variety of pretty plants along the Smith Mountain Lake shoreline. Some of those shiny green leaves could cause those who come in contact with them a massive amount of discomfort. Poison Oak is one such plant. …
Recognizing the ‘Poison’ Plants Part 1
With all the lovely greenery beginning to bud around Smith Mountain Lake, don’t forget to be cautious about the ones that can cause allergic reactions or contact dermatitis. I don’t have to remind those of you who have encountered these …
Correction
Thanks to the comment of a reader, I was made aware of a mistake on the post of March 10th called ‘Unusually Early Easter’. He pointed out that I had missed the next date that Easter would occur on March …
Unique Docks
You will find a variety of creativity in the docks of Smith Mountain Lake real estate owners. Variety is the spice of life after all according to the old proverb. Well, I found something interesting in the way of docks while surfing the …
Worried About Identity Theft?
Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia is one of the safest and most peaceful communities in the Eastern U.S. However the theft of one’s identity does not require a crime-ridden area, as it often goes unnoticed and can be perpetrated from a …
Smith Mountain Lake Factoids – Channels & Tributaries
Is Smith Mountain Lake natural, or is it man-made?
What do the channels of Smith Mountain Lake look like?
Learn about the answers to these questions and more, in this my first “factoid” post.
Quick Facts about Smith Mountain Lake
Shoreline: 500+ miles Main Channel: Approximately 40 miles Elevation: 795 feet above sea level at the lake Local Population: Approximately 20,000 Nearby Cities: Roanoke – Under one hour.Area population approx. 290,000 Lynchburg – Under one hour.Area population approx. 240,000* Greensboro/High …
Go Fly a Kite
We have had some perfect days for flying a kite at Smith Mountain Lake here lately. When was the last time you took your kids out and watched their faces light up with the thrill of getting a kite soaring …
Smith Mountain Lake is the Place to Be
Other places in the USA may boast higher name recognition, but Smith Mountain Lake (in my opinion) beats them all! And I’m not alone in my opinion – read on to see why.