Best Smith Mountain Lake Wedding Venues: Insider’s Guide (2026)
A special event deserves an exceptional location, and Smith Mountain Lake delivers. With its picturesque venues for weddings and receptions,…
Andie has been covering Smith Mountain Lake since 2000 for a variety of publications, including the SML Visitor and Newcomer Guide, SML HOME Magazine, The Roanoker and Life Outside. As a partner in G&C Ventures, LLC, she oversees all content for our suite of websites, including Smith-Mountain-Lake.com and LakeLubbers.com.
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Shop Smith Mountain Lake: 15 Fabulous Finds
With the holiday season right around the corner, it’s not too early to start thinking about gift-giving. When you support…
From the Publishers: Celebrating SML Together
We are thrilled and deeply grateful for the overwhelmingly positive response to the inaugural issue of the SML Insiders’ Guide.…
Smith Mountain Lake Hiking: Insider’s Guide (2026)
Get ready to lace up your boots and hit the trails for some hiking at Smith Mountain Lake! Our breathtaking…
Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days: An Insider’s Guide (2025)
Mark your calendars and join us July 18-20, 2025, for the 12th Annual SML Pirate Days! This fun-filled weekend is…
The Lake Scene: Spring 2024
Business After Hours Mango’s Bar & Grill hosted Business After Hours for the Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce…
From the Publishers: Pixels to Paper
Welcome! We’re excited to announce the launch of the inaugural print edition of the Smith Mountain Lake Insiders’ Guide. It’s…
Community Spotlight: Lake Christian Ministries
Since its establishment in 1992, Lake Christian Ministries (LCM) has served as a crucial support system for the Smith Mountain…
Uncork the Fun: Wind Vineyards Expands to Smith Mountain Lake
Award-winning wines and a robust slate of diverse, family-friendly events is what residents and visitors can expect to uncork at…
A Salute to the O.G.
Before Google: How an adventure seeker and online pioneerfounded the premier website for Smith Mountain Lake in 1998 Brian Raub…
Smith Mountain Lake Events and Live Music in May (2026)
Welcome to the ultimate guide for Smith Mountain Lake events in May! Whether you’re in search of lively festivals, thrilling…