Discover grab-and-go dining options at Smith Mountain Lake, perfect for boat trips or dockside picnics. From brunch to sunset ...

Smith Mountain Lake restaurants welcome leashed dogs in designated outdoor areas with pet-friendly amenities like water bowls ...

Meet Wicket, the 13-year-old fearless and playful Yorkie, winner of the Top Dog of Smith Mountain Lake contest, beloved by ...

Summer at Smith Mountain Lake is a time when visitors enjoy water activities, lakeside bars, and local wildlife. Take it slow ...

Pollinator gardens promote conservation through biodiversity, avoiding overmanagement and pesticides, emphasizing habitat, ...

Smith Mountain Gap, as seen July 15, 1960, was an isolated place surrounded by farmland when it was chosen as the site of an innovative hydroelectric plant built by Appalachian Power Co. It wasn't ...

The foundation for the dam that today holds back Smith Mountain Lake was laid more than 500 million years ago. In the late Pre-Cambrian era, long before the appearance of dinosaurs, fish, land plants ...

Emma Coleman 540-981-3198 Jul 30, 2022 Jul 30, 2022 Updated Sep 7, 2023 A new statewide, searchable cold case database sparked a new lead in a 19-year-old murder investigation late last month. “I just ...

What makes a good breakfast? Is it the fluffy scrambled eggs, a stack of hot pancakes drizzled with maple syrup, fresh-made bagels and assorted schmears, or the coffee creations we can’t help but ...

Created with a mission to enrich life at Smith Mountain Lake while uplifting small business owners, Lakeside Local offers a dynamic mix of shopping, food, and community spirit. “We’re definitely not ...

For many folks, autumn signals the start of sweater weather, pumpkin spice, and comfort foods. But for runners, this time of year means crisp air, scenic routes with colorful foliage, and preparation ...

Smith Mountain Lake locals know what to expect during breakfast at Old Oak Cafe — hearty portions, affordable prices, and a warm-welcoming atmosphere. Dining here feels like pulling up a chair at the ...