Anchored by the shimmering Lake Gregory, this Southern California mountain town is more than just a hidden gem — it's a four-season retreat that blends rustic charm with adventure and cozy comforts.

Tra Snellings, a Smith Mountain Lake resident, said, "It's perfect right now, the water is beautiful. Nice and clean as always, it's just a beautiful place to come and play." ...

Exactly 80 years ago, on April 30, 1945, Darby and Sgt. Maj. John “Tim” Evans, were killed. On that same day in WWII, a DUKW amphibious vehicle sank.