Do you enjoy bird watching? Are you interested in spending a day in the great outdoors around Smith Mountain Lake but don’t know where to begin? One possibility is to take a hike along one of the many Virginia Department …
Take a Cruise at Home Part 1
You don’t have to leave Smith Mountain Lake to take a cruise in beautiful waters! The Virginia Dare is one of two marvelous cruise ships that tour the 500 miles of Smith Mountain Lake shoreline regularly from April through December. …
Covered Bridges in Virginia
Much to my joy, I have located a couple of covered bridges, not too far from Smith Mountain Lake. In the process, I learned that today in Virginia, only eight covered bridges still stand. Five have been preserved as landmarks …
Cool Summer Desserts
The days are heating up at Smith Mountain Lake and summer is in full swing with the kids out of school and everyone planning vacations and cook-outs, etc. While we appreciate all the short, cooling rains of late, it’s grand …
Smith Mountain Lake in the New York Times
When you find a niche in life worth talking about, the news seems to spread everywhere. A friend of mine came across a great article about our very own Smith Mountain Lake in the New York Times! The article talks …
Hiking at Smith Mountain Lake Part 2
Here are some more great hiking trails near Smith Mountain Lake. Many of the ones at the Peaks of Otter boast fabulous views along the trail. Be sure and remember to take plenty of water (and maybe even bug spray …
Ruth Bell Graham
Once again we find ourselves rethinking life and death and values as we contemplate the loss of a woman whose Godliness shone for all to see. Whether we make our home at Smith Mountain Lake or in China, there will …
Hiking at Smith Mountain Lake Part 1
There are many beautiful paths and hiking trails in the Smith Mountain Lake area for those who want to take advantage of this outdoor activity. Trekking through the woods on a summer day is the perfect way to relieve stress …
Newer Ideas for Building Docks
At Smith Mountain Lake dock construction is almost always underway somewhere. Whether you are building a brand new dock for your lake home, or repairing and improving your existing one, this article brings some fresh ideas to the table. Lori …
Airports Near Smith Mountain Lake
Smith Mountain Lake has no lack of conveniences. It even has its private charter airport in Moneta. If the Smith Mountain Lake Airport is smaller than some would prefer, there are other larger airports within a 30 to 60-minute drive. …