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Smith Mountain Lake is Virginia’s largest freshwater lake with 500 miles of shoreline surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. A popular and scenic destination for boating, water sports, fishing, and relaxing. Centrally located in Virginia near Lynchburg and Roanoke, a 4-hour drive from Washington DC, it’s a perfect spot for family vacations, weddings, reunions, and sightseeing. Visitors flock here to boat, water ski, hike, and enjoy the friendly community atmosphere.

The lake is also one of Virginia's premier fisheries, known particularly for striped bass. Boating enthusiasts enjoy easy access to marinas, while swimming coves make floating, swimming, and picnicking fun for all.

Water activities aren't the only thing you'll find in this stunning landscape. Smith Mountain Lake State Park features a sandy beach, camping sites, and hiking opportunities. Nearby golf courses and top-rated waterfront restaurants add more allure to a getaway.

Best of all, the region is beautiful year-round, making any season ideal for a vacation. Spring arrives with blooming dogwoods and redbuds. Summer offers peak lake life and tepid water for swimming. Fall brings cooler temperatures and vibrant foliage reflecting on the water. Winter is peaceful and uncrowded. Toss in annual events like the Wine Festival, and a vacation at Smith Mountain Lake will make lifelong memories.


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Smith Mountain Lake

Smith Mountain Lake

Casago Franchise Owner

Like the iconic Mill Mountain Star, Smith Mountain Lake is one of Roanoke, Virginia's standout attractions. With its distinct mix of relaxation and outdoor adventure, vacationers find options ranging from water sports and hiking the Blue Ridge Mountains to quiet evenings.

Additionally, our locally based Casago Smith Mountain Lake team is here to deliver high-quality management for all the rental properties. As experts on the region, you'll also receive concierge-level service on the top restaurants and activities to prioritize.

Should you need assistance at your rental, the team is readily available to help. In short, the team's service-centric focus lets you relax and enjoy your vacation.


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Things to do

What you need to know

A vacation at Smith Mountain Lake is a springboard into adventure. From boating, water skiing, tubing, and swimming to exploring museums and nearby Roanoke, there's something for young and old alike.

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Smith Mountain Lake attracts water enthusiasts, while Mariners Landing Country Club appeals to golfers, the Booker T Washington Monument to historians, and Fables & Feathers Winery to beer and wine connoisseurs.

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Gifts Ahoy

Gifts Ahoy

Gifts Ahoy is a combination fudge and gift shop, located in the Smith Mountain...

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Restaurants

What you need to know

Smith Mountain Lake offers a variety of dining choices. From docking your boat at a marina for juicy burgers and beers to driving to award-winning restaurants, you'll find it all.

Recommended by locals

Unique flavors and locations make dining on the lake a treat. Discover Italian and Japanese cuisine, as well as creative American classics, many of which are accessible by boat.

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Vinny's

Vinny's

Vinny’s is an Italian restaurant, styling itself much like a neighborhood...

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Drifters

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Sightseeing

What you need to know

While the shores at Smith Mountain Lake and the Blue Ridge Mountain backdrop are breathtaking, be sure to explore the museums and restaurants in Roanoke, stroll garden pathways, or play a round of golf.

Recommended by locals

Go fishing, boating, or tubing on the lake, tour the Virginia Museum of Transportation and visit Mill Mountain Star in Roanoke, or pay homage at the National D-Day Memorial.

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Mill Mountain Star

Mill Mountain Star

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