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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…
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…
Golden Moments: A Look Back at the 50th Anniversary of Smith Mountain Lake
When SML turned 50 in 2016, the milestone was more than an anniversary. It marked a moment of collective reflection,…
The Ultimate Smith Mountain Lake Spring Bucket List
60 Ways to Celebrate 60 Years of Smith Mountain Lake Spring has a way of reminding us why Smith Mountain…
Take Pride in Smith Mountain Lake Cleanup Days (2026)
Join the Effort to Keep Smith Mountain Lake Clean and Safe. Keeping Smith Mountain Lake clean, safe and beautiful is…
Insider Tips for Elevating Outdoor Living Spaces at SML
A practical guide to refreshing Smith Mountain Lake docks, decks and patios. At Smith Mountain Lake, spring is when outdoor…
Keeping Smith Mountain Lake Clean Starts in the Streams
The water flowing into Smith Mountain Lake tells an important story, and volunteers are helping write the next chapter. On…
Community Spotlight: Rotary Club of Smith Mountain Lake
How Rotarians turn good intentions into collective impact It often starts with a simple question: How can we help right…
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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
- Wainwright Realty
- Webster Marine Center
LAKEWATCH PLANTATION
- The Copper Kettle
- Farmhouse Catering
WESTLAKE
- Atlantic Union Bank
- Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
- Booker T. Washington National Monument
- Cancun Bar & Grill
- Capps Home Building Center
- Casago
- Crosswhite Athletic Club
- Hager Insurance
- Hot Shots Bar & Grill
- Joe's Pizza
- 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
- Read Between the Wines
- Penhook Minute Market
- The Little Mule Café
- The Dock at SML
- The Water's Edge Country Club (Real Estate Sales Office)
- Turner's Dock Building