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Smith Mountain Lake Schools: An Insider’s Guide (2026)
Your complete resource for finding educational opportunities around Smith Mountain Lake for every age and stage of life. Smith Mountain…
SML Watershed 101: Where Smith Mountain Lake’s Water Comes From
Understanding the watershed that feeds and protects Smith Mountain Lake. The ongoing drought has many Smith Mountain Lake residents asking…
Moving to Smith Mountain Lake: Family Guide (2026)
Schools, recreation and a strong sense of community are making year-round living at Smith Mountain Lake more appealing than ever.…
Community Spotlight: Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County
Building homes, hope and long-term stability for Franklin County families Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County is laying the foundation…
Join Dine Out to Lift Up SML Walk to End Poverty (2026)
SML Insiders is proud to be partnering with Lake Christian Ministries on two community-wide events that make a real difference…
Wildflowers Worth the Walk at Booker T. Washington National Monument
Every spring, I make a point to hike the Jack-O-Lantern Branch Trail at Booker T. Washington National Monument, because I…
Booker T. Washington National Monument: An Insider’s Guide (2026)
For a different kind of outdoor experience at Smith Mountain Lake, a visit to Booker T. Washington National Monument offers…
Ultimate Guide to Smith Mountain Lake Parks (2026)
The SML region is home to a variety of parks, from scenic green spaces to lesser-known local favorites. More SML-Area…
12 Best Farmers Markets at Smith Mountain Lake
Fresh, local and worth the stop, farmers markets at Smith Mountain Lake offer everything from just-picked produce and pasture-raised meats…
“What About Bob?” at Smith Mountain Lake: Celebrating 35 Years
In 1990, the film “What About Bob?” brought a touch of Hollywood to Smith Mountain Lake, transforming its shoreline into…
Community Spotlight: Friends of SML State Park
Celebrating 30 years of volunteer-driven impact, programs and stewardship The Friends of Smith Mountain Lake State Park marked a major…
Ultimate Guide to Smith Mountain Lake Events and Festivals (2026)
Explore the most popular annual Smith Mountain Lake events and festivals! We’ve curated this handy list so you’ll always be…
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BEDFORD AREA
- Bedford Welcome Center
- Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce
- Huddleston Sunoco
- Liberty Station Restaurant
DOWNTOWN MONETA AREA
- Diamond Hill General Store
- Food Lion
- Lyons Team Realtors
- Mayberry Diner
- ML Realty
- Moneta/SML Library
EASTLAKE
- Bedford Landings Bed & Breakfast
- Bruno's Clubhouse Bistro
- Drifter's / Goodhue Boat Company, Eastlake
- Lake Retreat Properties
- Mitchell's Point Marina
- Parkway Marina
- SML State Park - Main Office
- Sweetwater RV Park
- The Pointe at Mariners Landing
- Tiff's Lakefront
- Virginia Dare Marina / Beacon Pub / Portside Grill & Bar
HALESFORD BRIDGE
- Bridgewater Marina
- Cancun Bar & Grill
- CB Sales & Rentals
- Fun-N-Games Arcade
- Gilbert Law Firm
- Gifts Ahoy
- Halesford Harbour Inn
- La Casa Toscana
- Long & Foster Realtors
- Mango's Bar & Grill
- Marina 66
- MKB Realtors
- Parrot Cove Boat Rentals
- Pizza Pub
- Red Rock Store
- RE/MAX Lakefront Realty
- Smith Mountain Lake Visitor Center
- SML Coffee House
- SML Vacation Rentals
- Vinny's Italian Restaurant
LAKEWATCH PLANTATION
- The Copper Kettle
- Farmhouse Catering
WESTLAKE
- Atlantic Union Bank
- Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
- Booker T. Washington National Monument
- Capps Home Building Center
- Casago
- Crosswhite Athletic Club
- El Toreno Mexican Restaurant
- Hager Insurance
- Hot Shots Bar & Grill
- Joe's Pizza & Italian Restaurant
- Mama Ann's Gifts & Goodies
- Old Oak Café
- Ridge View Bank
- The Bagel & I
- The Discovery Shop
- The Willard Companies
- Truist Bank
- VitaZen
- Westlake Cinema
- Westlake Library
ROCKY MOUNT
- Billiards & More
- crafted by Virginia Furniture Market
SCRUGGS AREA
- Bernard's Landing Rental Office
- Coasters / Goodhue Boat Company, Blackwater
- Deb Beran Properties
- Gills Creek Marina
- Magnum Point Marina
- Napoli by the Lake
- Napoli Cowboy
BURNT CHIMNEY
- Envisions Flooring & Interiors
- Franklin Glass
- Homestead Creamery
SOUTHLAKE
- Nick's Penhook General Store
- Mexico Viejo Penhook
- Penhook Minute Market
- Read Between the Wines
- The Little Mule Café
- The Dock at SML
- The Water's Edge Country Club (Real Estate Sales Office)
- Turner's Dock Building