Smith Mountain Lake stretches 40 miles and covers over 20,000 acres, with a 500 mile
shoreline. More than 25 marinas rent motor boats, jet skis, pontoons, and bass boats. The
lake is known for great fishing, particularly citation size striped bass. Swimming, water
skiing, sailing, parasailing, scuba diving, hiking, tennis, horseback riding, clay
shooting, shopping, and dining are also popular activities. The rolling hills provide a
perfect setting for four golf courses, including one 18-hole PGA championship course. The
number for Smith Mountain Lake Visitor Center is (540)721-1203.