Category Living Here
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…
Community Spotlight: SML Gives Inc.
New nonprofit builds on Smith Mountain Lake’s spirit of giving with new programs to end hunger. When neighbors face hunger,…
40 Years of Water Quality Monitoring at Smith Mountain Lake
How dedicated scientists, students and volunteers have worked together to keep SML clean, healthy and thriving. In 2026, Smith Mountain…
Community Spotlight: Food for Kids
It was a simple comment at a Bedford County school board meeting that left a lasting impression: Many children return…
SMLA Lake Days Provide Hands-On Learning for Students
Allison Kappler, K-12 Supervisor of Science and Computer Science for Bedford County Public Schools (BCPS) was looking for hands-on science…
Lake Reflections: Unexpected Boating Benefits
Up until a few years ago, the length and breadth of my boating experience consisted of canoeing, an occasional bowrider…
The Lake Scene: Summer 2025
SML Business Expo The 21st annual SML Business Expo took place April 8 at EastLake Community Church, drawing hundreds of…
Print Magazine Distribution Locations
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