Ever hear of Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate dropping in price by $1,000 a day until it was sold??? Neither have I, but that is exactly what Smith Mountain Homes is doing. From the pictures I have seen you couldn’t find any prettier lots than some of those that are part of this special [...]

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If you live at Smith Mountain Lake or nearby, and like to ride mountain bikes, then we have a treat for you in case you weren’t aware. Several years ago, Virginia’s Parks and Recreation Departments in Va. came up with the idea for a mountain bike racing series, and in 2003 it was implemented [...]

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There is a great new site online which offers information on local dining options at Smith Mountain Lake. In the mood for Mexican, or just a salad bar? In a hurry and need to take it home, or want a great place to take the family for supper? SML Dining.com is the place [...]

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The month of September at Smith Mountain Lake is going to have several interesting events. Below are just a few of the neat activities coming up are listed below.
Sep 7 - Sep 8 - Peaks of Otter - Demonstrations of Appalachian Culture - National Park Service Rangers and/or volunteers present demonstrations of the cultural [...]

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What do a rodeo, Texas, and Smith Mountain Lake have in common? Much to my surprise, the common theme is Bull Riding Contests! On selected Friday evenings at Lynchburgs’  Northwind Stables, this popular sporting event is held in a 1,200 seat indoor arena. They hold around 17 bull riding events each year, including a [...]

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Any area which wishes to thrive and grow, must bring fresh ideas and new businesses to the table on a regular basis. It says something good about the desirability of Smith Mountain Lake, that we have new folks coming to visit regularly and new businesses opening every few months. We are blessed to have [...]

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We all know that safety on the water is of utmost importance. Yet all too often it is difficult to get everyone to wear their life vests when out for the day on Smith Mountain Lake. For those who are resistant to keeping their life jackets on, take a look at this new flotation [...]

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One of the better known Christian authors and speakers of our time, Gary Smalley, said something to the effect that if families go camping together, they will undoubtedly experience bonding and be a closer family when they come home. While that is no doubt true in part to the hardships of roughing it together [...]

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It will soon be Labor Day and family and friends will be getting together at Smith Mountain Lake to celebrate the Holiday. For some of us it might be the last big shin dig of summer, and one we perhaps rarely consider the meaning of. Much of the younger population in particular have no idea [...]

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