Lake and area activities::
Smith Mountain Lake is nestled in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and with over 500 miles of shoreline, this is a premier vacation destination. Enjoy power boating, canoeing, sailing, swimming, fishing, water skiing, wake boarding, and jet skiing during your stay at SML. The lakefront includes 7 public boat launching sites and many public and private marinas. Visit one of the 3 local public golf courses. For an historical excursion, travel 20-25 minutes to visit the Booker T. Washington Monument or the National D-Day Memorial. Travel the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway and see many wild flowers and animals. The nearby cities of Roanoke and Lynchburg offer numerous diversions for families including the Science Museum of Western Virginia and Amazement Square. Located in a quiet cove at buoy marker R-30 you are a 5-10 minute boat ride from the Hales Ford Bridge marina, shops and restaurants. Three grocery stores within 10-20 minute drive.