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Camp or rent a cabin. Take the family swimming, hiking
or boating with a public boat ramp and boat rentals.

DOUGLAS MILLER

SML STATE PARK

STATE PARK

Enjoy the 500-foot-long sandy beach.

Ask about the great programs offered.

It s hard to pic

What is a hidden gem at the park that
you wish more people knew about/took
advantage of?
The interpretive programs. I say that
because of the people I interact with in a
year, most come to the park to hike a trail
or use the beach. We try really hard to let
people know about all of the great programs
we have going on.

you can t pic a avorite. I do en oy the iscovery
Center because o the views. It s right there in
the S-curve part o the la e and it s on one o the
peninsulas that uts out
into the la e. It s ust a
beauti ul area.
-BRIAN HEFT, SML STATE PARK

In your opinion, what makes Smith
Mountain Lake so special?

How do you see the park evolving in the
next decade or so?

I would say the diversity of the area - the
lake and the people who are here. The
people who have moved here to retire or
start the next chapter of their lives, they're
interesting. Also, the park is a public use
area where anyone can come and access the
lake, so it's neat to interact with people from
all walks of life. It's one of the many reasons
I enjoy my job.

We have a master plan and have had one
since the 1970s. It has been reviewed and
has evolved over the years. ... There is
talk of another state bond referendum
that would possibly provide funding for
additional amenities. There is a need
for additional picnicking facilities and
camping, as well as a lodge - or lodges -
and additional cabins.

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JONATHAN WRIGHT

Brian Heft, Park Manager
Smith Mountain Lake State Park

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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Smith Mountain Lake 2016

Welcome
Chamber Info
The Timeline
Meet a Visitor
On the Water
The Outdoors
Beer & Wine
Spas & Shopping
Arts & Film
Events
Day Trips
Our Counties
Dining & Entertainment
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Lodging
No Place Like Home
Education
Health Care
SML 411
Churches
Members Directory
Map
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