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Bottled in Bedford Craft Beverage Trail: Insider’s Guide (2025)
If you have a taste for high-quality, small-batch beverages, the nearby Bottled in Bedford Craft Beverage Trail is a must-do…
Smith Mountain Lake Hiking: Insider’s Guide (2025)
Get ready to lace up your boots and hit the trails for some hiking at Smith Mountain Lake! Our breathtaking…
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…
6 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Feed Waterfowl at Smith Mountain Lake
Living and recreating at Smith Mountain Lake provides numerous opportunities to enjoy a variety of wildlife, including ducks and geese…
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…
Summer 2024 SML Insiders Magazine – Volume 1 | Issue 1
SML Insiders’ Guide Magazine Summer 2024 Congratulations! You’ve landed on the debut print edition of the Smith Mountain Lake Insiders’…
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,…
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…
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…
Lake Reflections: The Advent of Summer
Summer is not just a measure of time here. It’s a way of life. Before we moved to Smith Mountain…