Category Fall 2024

10 Reasons Why Fall is the Best Time to Visit Smith Mountain Lake

While some consider Labor Day weekend the unofficial end of summer, we choose to look at it as the unofficial…

With the holiday season right around the corner, it’s not too early to start thinking about gift-giving. When you support…

My soul reaches its golden state of being each September through November. A delicious autumn breeze will send a thrill…

Since its founding in 2007, SML Good Neighbors has provided a vital lifeline for children in Franklin and Bedford counties…

It’s time to usher in beautiful and bustling autumn, filled with exciting Smith Mountain Lake events that make the season…

We are thrilled and deeply grateful for the overwhelmingly positive response to the inaugural issue of the SML Insiders’ Guide.…

Earlier this year, the Smith Mountain Lake Association (SMLA) conducted a litter survey of residents and users of the lake…

The Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour stands out as one of the most anticipated events of the year, drawing…

If you have a taste for high-quality, small-batch beverages, the nearby Bottled in Bedford Craft Beverage Trail is a must-do…

Get ready to lace up your boots and hit the trails for some hiking at Smith Mountain Lake! Our breathtaking…

A meticulously-restored 1929 26-foot Chris Craft Triple Cockpit runabout will grace the waters of Smith Mountain Lake on Sept. 14…

Get ready for a weekend of fun, flavor and philanthropy as the Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival returns Sept. 28-29…