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Deer in landscape

Landscape Tip: Oh Deer!

A deer-proof plant doesn’t exist. Hungry deer in winter will sample almost any plant. The young fawns don’t yet know which plants taste good and they’ll try almost anything. Deer-resistant plants are your best bet, but they’ll likely…
Dock Watch Interns 2026

Dock Watch Interns Make a Difference

Photo, from left: Dock Watch Coordinator Mary Colligan, Lily the lab dog, interns Stephen Woodson and Seana Sebol, and Lake Quality Council Chair Keri Green. We wish our 2026 Summer Interns well as they begin their next semester at college.…
Use SML shorelines responsibly

Enjoy Smith Mountain Lake’s Shoreline Responsibly

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Thanks to the drought, SML has more shoreline to enjoy. This silver lining to a challenging year for lake levels means that boaters can beach or anchor and use more land areas for recreation. But not all newly exposed beaches are public land…

Your Guide to Safe and Unforgettable Days on Smith Mountain Lake

Smith Mountain Lake is one of Virginia’s most popular recreational destinations, attracting boaters, swimmers, and anglers throughout the year. With its beauty and popularity comes a shared responsibility: ensuring safety, respecting others,…

SWIMMING ADVISORY INDICATOR

No swimming advisory.

WATER QUALITY ASSESSMENT

Overall health of the lake is excellent.

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SAVE OUR STREAMS

66.6% of monitored streams (14 of 21) rated as acceptable.

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    (On the backside/lower level from Old Oak Cafe)

    Office hours:
    Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
    from 9AM to 4PM

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