Sandy Level is a part of the Henry County region of Virginia known for its farming community and mining. Major attractions include Smith Mountain Farm & Stables and Old Store Trading Post. The first Saturday in May the Heart of Virginia Festival is celebrated in nearby Farmville. The festival includes a car show, outdoor art show, children's festival and a 10K run/5K walk. Among the biggest companies in Sandy Level are Scalerock Sportsman Club and Laughing Horse Sanctuary. The biggest schools nearby are Elon College in Elon, North Carolina and University of North Carolina at Greensboro in Greensboro, NC. One of the best places to visit when you are in Sandy Level is Now & Then Treasures. The population for Sandy Level is 689 at the 2000 census.