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.
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…
Virginia Dare Cruises: A Fun and Easy Way to Experience Smith Mountain Lake
If you’re looking for a fun, easy and inexpensive way to explore Smith Mountain Lake, we highly recommend a cruise…
Living at Smith Mountain Lake: An Insider’s Guide
Living at Smith Mountain Lake is undeniably appealing from Memorial Day to Labor Day, but what about the off-season? Not…
11 Insider Tips for Smith Mountain Lake Boating (2024)
Boating at Smith Mountain Lake is the most popular of the many, many recreational activities available here at our amazing…