Insider’s Guide to Smith Mountain Lake Fitness Facilities (2026)
If improving overall wellness is on your list of New Year’s resolutions, Smith Mountain Lake offers diverse options to nurture…
When he’s not writing about the Smith Mountain Lake, you might just find Jerry out wake surfing or just idling through its coves, practicing guitar or banjo on his deck at the Cottages of Contentment Island, playing steel drums or volunteering with LCM, Trinity Ecumenical Parish, Neighbors Helping Neighbors or the SML Charity Home Tour.
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26 Ways to Explore the Arts at Smith Mountain Lake
Whether you’re a Smith Mountain Lake resident or a visitor, the Smith Mountain Lake arts scene offers endless opportunities to…
Vintage Beauty: 1929 Chris Craft Headlines SML Antique Boat Show
A meticulously-restored 1929 26-foot Chris Craft Triple Cockpit runabout will grace the waters of Smith Mountain Lake on Sept. 14…
100+ Free or Low Cost Things to Do at Smith Mountain Lake (2025)
The Smith Mountain Lake region offers a wealth of free and budget-friendly activities for residents and visitors of all ages,…
How to Use Smith Mountain Lake Channel Markers
Navigating Smith Mountain Lake isn’t just about operating the boat—it’s about understanding the lake’s comprehensive channel marker system. This thoughtfully…
Smith Mountain Lake Fireworks: An Insider’s Guide
Smith Mountain Lake always manages to delight residents and visitors with Independence Day weekend fireworks that are truly dazzling, especially…
Smith Mountain Lake Ice Cream Boat: A Sweet Summer Tradition
The Smith Mountain Lake Ice Cream Boat is a one-of-a-kind attraction and a beloved summertime tradition here at Smith Mountain…
Smith Mountain Lake Waterfront Dining Guide [2025]
21 Lakefront Restaurants to Try by Boat At SML Insiders, we don’t just write about waterfront dining—we live it. We’ve…
Seaplane Flight Over Smith Mountain Lake Will Put You on Cloud 9
Picture yourself soaring through the clouds, immersed in the awe-inspiring scenery that unfolds beneath you during a seaplane flight over…
Enjoy the Wake, Respect the Lake
How to Tow and Wake Responsibly on Smith Mountain Lake Towed water sports such as tubing, skiing, wakeboarding and wake…
17 Expert Tips for Boating at Night on Smith Mountain Lake
Boating at night on Smith Mountain Lake definitely poses some extra challenges for skippers. And that goes for newbies, as…