Wanderlust is defined as a strong desire to travel, but here in Virginia, we call that feeling WanderLove.

With more than 20,000 acres of pristine waters and 500 miles of picturesque shoreline, Smith Mountain Lake is an outdoor lover’s paradise located at the foot of the magnificent Blue Ridge Mountains and is among the most popular residential, vacation, and recreational spots on the East Coast.

Whether you seek days full of activities or more serene time spent relaxing, our region’s amazing beauty and natural resources make Smith Mountain Lake the ideal road trip destination.

Vacationers from across the globe come to Smith Mountain Lake during all four seasons to fish and enjoy numerous water sports. And they usually end up discovering a variety of unexpected delights. Friendly people and genuine hospitality make everyone feel welcome and with world-class historical sites such as the Booker T. Washington National Monument and