Smith Mountain Lake

Smith Mountain Lake is among the most popular residential, vacation and recreational spots on the East Coast. Set amid the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, Smith Mountain Lake is a breathtakingly scenic destination with 22,000 acres of crystal-clear water.

Vacationers from across the globe come to Smith Mountain Lake during all four seasons to fish, enjoy numerous water sports and play on more than 500 miles of shoreline. And, they usually end up discovering a variety of unexpected delights. Friendly people and genuine hospitality make everyone feel welcome, and with world-class historical sites such as the Booker T. Washington National Monument and the National D-Day Memorial nearby, unique shopping opportunities, fantastic dining and entertainment options, there’s always something new to do. Smith Mountain Lake is thriving, with outstanding restaurants and retailers, topnotch health care and wellness facilities, countless recreational opportunities and a close-knit community of residents. The lake itself and the community of people and businesses around it make the Smith Mountain Lake region an exceptional experience for day trips, weekend getaways and family vacations.

Sound too good to be true? Just wait until you see the beautiful sunsets! Once you visit, you’ll want to make Smith Mountain Lake your home. In fact, this little community of over 20,000 has grown in large part to the many vacationers who have decided to relocate here permanently. The temperate weather, central location and small-town atmosphere make Smith Mountain Lake an excellent place to raise your family, start a

business, or just kick back and relax.

Visit the Lake online at VisitSmithMountainLake.com to request a visitor guide to help plan your trip! Better yet, stop by the Moneta, Virginia, office located at 16430 Booker T. Washington Highway inside the SML Visitors Center at Bridgewater Plaza or call 540.721.1203.

By Christopher Finley

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