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From the Publishers: A Year of Growth and Gratitude

This time last year, our team was anxiously putting the finishing touches on the very first print issue of SML…

Many who visit or relocate to Smith Mountain Lake have little or no experience with boats. Yet the call to…

The Smith Mountain Lake Center is one step closer to making a long-envisioned community hub a reality—and it all begins…

If there’s one thing we’ve learned from publishing SML Insiders, it’s that where to eat and what to do are…

At Smith Mountain Lake, delicious dining is just the beginning. Once you’ve had your fill of fresh seafood, wood-fired pizza…

At Smith Mountain Lake, we love our four-legged friends! Whether you’re grabbing a lakeside bite after a day on the…

Smith Mountain Lake offers a tasty lineup of food and beverage events year-round for those who love to sip, sample…

In addition to nearly two dozen waterfront restaurants, Smith Mountain Lake is also home to three one-of-a-kind floating eateries. Whether…

As in much of the country—and the world—pickleball is booming at Smith Mountain Lake, providing residents and visitors of all…

Join the Effort to Keep Smith Mountain Lake Clean and Safe. Keeping Smith Mountain Lake clean, safe and beautiful is…

Inaugural Smith Mountain Lake Dining Guide Smith Mountain Lake restaurants offer a diverse culinary scene, featuring everything from classic Italian…