With 500 miles of shoreline boasting some of Virginia’s best fishing holes and water activities for the entire family, Smith Mountain Lake has earned its reputation as the "Jewel of the Blue Ridge."

However, on those rainy Blue Ridge Days when Mother Nature just won't cooperate and allow you to enjoy the water at Smith Mountain Lake, it doesn't mean you have to struggle to find fun things to do in Virginia's Blue Ridge.

For rainy days at the lake, we've put together this helpful list of indoor experiences to keep you entertained during your next vacation.

All Fired Up

Channel your inner Picasso by creating a piece of artwork at All Fired Up, a ready-to-paint ceramic studio. The shop features over 1,100 designs to choose from and offers an assortment of colors and painting techniques, meaning there all kinds of ways to come up with a fun creation.

Once your piece is completed and goes through the glass firing process, it'll serve as the perfect gift for a loved one or treasure to take home as a souvenir.

The Cottage Gate

Find prints by P. Buckley Moss, jewelry, seasonal gift items, women's clothing and much more at The Cottage Gate. You can spend hours browsing through the items at this quaint shop inside the Westlake Towne Center. From the lake-themed home decor items to gourmet snacks, a visit to The Cottage Gate can quickly turn into a shopping spree. 

Homestead Creamery

Any trip to Smith Mountain Lake must include a visit to Homestead Creamery! The traditional ice cream parlor located inside the store serves the creamery's award-winning, made-from-scratch ice creams, such as Black Raspberry, Chocolate Pecan, and Cherry Vanilla.

You can also find locally-grown produce, baked goods and the Creamery's other popular dairy products, as well as specialty items you'll only see in Virginia's Blue Ridge.

Westlake Cinema

A rainy day at the lake means it's time to catch a movie at Westlake Cinema! This four-plex movie theater, located at Westlake Towne Center, offers stadium seating, RealD 3D projection, concessions, and games. Don't let the weather keep you stuck inside the house. Get some popcorn and see a popular new movie at Westlake Cinema!

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