Smith Mtn Lake State Park alternative to July 4th travel Gene Marrano July 4, 2014 1 minute read One way to avoid July 4th holiday traffic on the highways – and major storms at the beach resorts – is a “staycation,” at venues like Smith Mountain Lake. WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: What fire officials do at fireworks sites before the shows beginNext: Vinton’s 4th of July Celebration is tonight Related Stories Fork in the Market changes hands as longtime manager becomes owner Ian Price June 2, 2026 Roanoke Residential Fire and Explosion Determined to be Intentionally Set Web Staff June 1, 2026 Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue Web Staff June 1, 2026