Have you ever wondered how beautiful Smith Mountain Lake came to exist? As Virginia’s second-largest lake and one of the most popular spots in the state, it is a rapidly growing area with a fascinating background. Many of its residents …
Finding a Church Near the Lake
For many people, one of the wonderful things about living at Smith Mountain Lake is the nearness one feels to the Creator in the great outdoors. When trying to find folks of like mind, there are many alternatives to choose …
Loving Life On the Lakes, Part 2
More Stories From the Lakes The urge to move to the water hits people from all walks of life, just like the ones at Smith Mountain Lake. Most of them seem to applaud their choice as time progresses. Here are …
Loving Life on the Lakes Part 1
Irresistible Lake Living The number of people choosing to retire or relocate to homes near the water seems to be growing by leaps and bounds in recent years. Areas like Smith Mountain Lake are becoming more popular for a variety …
TLC Blueberry Orchard
There are countless ways to enjoy the summer months at Smith Mountain Lake – an afternoon on the water, grilling with friends on the dock, or early morning on the water in pursuit of that elusive trophy fish. But one …
Blue Ridge Parkway
Summer at Smith Mountain Lake offers an unrivaled opportunity to enjoy the beautiful weather and scenery of our region, and one of the best ways to get out and see the sights is with a relaxing weekend drive on the …
Smith Mountain Lake Airports
One of the most appealing things about Smith Mountain Lake is that it blends the charm of a small town with the convenience of a much larger city – truly the best of both worlds! But in case you’ve been …
Jefferson’s Own Poplar Forest
Statesman, architect, author, naturalist . . . all these descriptions fit Thomas Jefferson, one of our nation’s Founding Fathers and a native Virginian. Though Jefferson made his permanent home in Monticello, his beautiful estate in Charlottesville, he also maintained a …
Virginia Cooperative Extension
One of the most charming things about Smith Mountain Lake is the blend of agricultural land and small-town friendliness with the convenience and access of a much bigger city. Along with this simpler, more rural lifestyle, however, can come a …
Camper’s Paradise
Are you looking for a different way to experience both the waters and the woods of Smith Mountain Lake this summer? What better way to combine the two than a lakeside camping trip? Whether you’re a tent camper or a …