RECREATION: We have incredible recreational opportunities in and around Martinsville, VA. Philpott Lake, pictured above, is a pristine resevoir of water built and maintained by the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers. This lake impounds water on the Smith River and provides wonderful opportunities for boaters and fishermen. The lake covers 3,000 acres with 100 miles of shoreland. Visitors to the lake are always amazed at the natural beauty of the area and most areas are under forest cover. Recreational opportunities related to Philpott Lake also include swimming, picnicking, hiking, biking, hunting, and wildlife observation. The Lake area has 8 campgrounds, 6 beach areas and 9 boat launches. Give Vern Berry, REALTOR® a toll-free call at (888)235-2873 if you have questions about recreational opportunities in the Martinsville and Henry County area of Southside Virginia. |
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