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Dream Docks: Hottest Trends at Smith Mountain Lake (2026)
Cutting-edge materials and stylish upgrades are taking Smith Mountain Lake dock construction to a new level. With a surge of…
Buffer Landscaping: Expert Tips for Design and Function (2026)
If you spend any time cruising around Smith Mountain Lake, you’ll notice a range of approaches to shoreline landscaping. Thinking…
The Lake Scene: Spring 2025
SML Turkey Trot More than 180 walkers and runners kicked off their Thanksgiving Day by taking part in the SML…
SML Gives: Unite for a Day of Charitable Giving (2026)
2026 Update! The Smith Mountain Lake community once again showed the incredible power of giving during SML Gives Day 2026.…
The Lake Scene: Winter 2024-25
SML Fall Chili and Craft Festival Thousands of people enjoyed sampling tasty chili, soaking up stunning fall foliage, perusing a…
Lake Reflections: Finding Connection Within Community
Read any article on longevity, and you’ll come across the role that connection plays in the length and quality of…
Community Spotlight: The Discovery Shop
The Discovery Shop at Smith Mountain Lake has been a cherished part of the community for 20 years. It offers…
Citizen Scientists: How Volunteers Help Keep Smith Mountain Lake Clean
When you think of Smith Mountain Lake, its natural beauty and recreational opportunities likely come to mind. But have you…
Shop Local: Gifting Outside the Box
While Christmas often takes center stage, many other special occasions throughout the year call for thoughtful gifts, and personalization is…
Lake Reflections: A Fall Sisters Weekend
My soul reaches its golden state of being each September through November. A delicious autumn breeze will send a thrill…
Community Spotlight: SML Good Neighbors
Since its founding in 2007, SML Good Neighbors has provided a vital lifeline for children in Franklin and Bedford counties…
Expert Tips for Keeping Smith Mountain Lake Clean
Earlier this year, the Smith Mountain Lake Association (SMLA) conducted a litter survey of residents and users of the lake…
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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