Beyond the water, Smith Lake is full of local landmarks: rope swings, cliff jumps, hidden coves, islands, and one-of-a-kind lake houses. Here are some of the most popular points of interest around the lake. Locations are approximate; always boat safely and respect private property.
Rocks, cliffs & jumps
- Amphitheater Bluff
- Boulder Rock Cove
- Cliffs
- Double Tree Rock Jump
- Fish Rock
- Heart Rock
- Illusion Rock
- Indian Cave Hollow
- Indian Head Rock
- Key Hole Cave
- Mushroom
- Patriot's Bluff Rock Creek
- Pyramid Rock in Goose Nest Cove
- Slant Rock / Cigar Rock
- Slide
- Spiral Staircase
- Stacked / Snake Head Rock Jump
- Three Fingers Rock Jump
- Turtle Rock
Islands
- Battle Creek Island
- Big Rock / Rock Island
- Gillian's Island
- Goat Island
- Island at Cocktail Cove
- Party Island
- Spoon Island
Beaches & coves
Lake houses & structures
- Hank Williams Jr.'s old lake house
- Light House
- Original Glass House
- Smiley Face House
- Smith Lake Castle
- The Barn at Smith Lake
- The Glass Farmhouse
- Tree House
- Waterfall House
- Waterfall/River Run House
Natural & area landmarks
- Airstrip at Rocky Springs
- Calvert Point
- Camp Mcdowell Dam
- Clear Creek Waterfalls
- Goose Neck
- Indian Point
- Kelsey's Star
- Kinney Mountain
- Lewis Smith Dam
- Lookout Point
- Miller Bottoms / Miller Flats
- Rock Creek Peninsula
Rope swings
Events & venues
Planning a trip? Browse our lake homes or contact us to find a place near your favorite spot.