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 VDOT Announces a First-in-the-State inventory of all of the Commonwealth’s Multiuse Trails Emma Thomas May 8, 2026 Virginia Supreme Court strikes down redistricting referendum Clark Palmer May 8, 2026 Inseparable’s ‘Care That’s Fair’ Campaign Highlights VA’s Struggling Mental Healthcare Industry Emma Thomas May 8, 2026
