Attractions and Annual Events

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Lake Martin

Lake Martin's 880 miles of incredibly beautiful shoreline and 41,000 acres of water offer something for everyone. Whether it be relaxation or recreation, there is no end to the pleasure and satisfaction you will find. Countless enjoyable activities include boating, skiing, sailing, golfing, fishing, canoeing, swimming and outstanding dining.

 

Horseshoe Bend National Military Park | 11288 Horseshoe Bend Road | Daviston | 256.234.7111

The 2,040 acre National Military Park is dedicated to the memory of U.S. Soldiers and Creek Nation Indians who died in the Battle of Horseshoe Bend on March 27, 1814. The visitor center and museum depicts the period of the battle and explains the equipment used by the soldiers and Creek Indians. The park is located between New Site and Dadeville on Highway 49 South.

 

Wind Creek State Park | Hwy 128 | 256.329.0845

Wind Creek State Park, seven miles southeast of Alexander City on Highway 128, spans 1,445 acres of pine and hardwood ridges on the shoreline of beautiful Lake Martin. Wind Creek's fully equipped modern campground contains 642 sites spread over 320 acres.

 

Charles E. Bailey, Sr. Sportplex​

Visitors to the Charles E. Bailey, Sr. Sportplex will enjoy nature's wonderful splendor as this 212-acre public park is one of the South's finest. Nestled in the heart of Central Alabama and on the outskirts of beautiful Lake Martin, this area's beauty and serenity offer a retreat for the soul.

 

Piedmont Plateau Birding Trail

Alabama’s Birding Trails offer the public a chain of eight geographic regions: North Alabama, West Alabama, Appalachian Highlands, Piedmont Plateau, Black Belt Nature and Heritage, Pineywoods, Wiregrass, and Alabama Coastal Birding Trail.  The eight regions unify existing and potential birding sites into a series of cohesive trails and loops that are collectively marketed as part of a state-wide system. Many of the sites along the various trails are existing tourism sites and already being used by thousands of birders and other visitors annually.  The Piedmont Plateau Birding Trail consists of the counties of:  Autauga, Chambers, Chilton, Clay, Coosa, Elmore, Lee, Randolph and Tallapoosa. Located in East Central Alabama, the region has 39 sites, from Alabama’s highest mountain to the shores of Lake Martin, the state’s first Treasured Alabama Lake.  The bird habitat found here is as varied as the scenery. From a paved walking trail in the middle of a city park to an adventurous float down a scenic river, you’ll find an activity that fits your interest. Tallapoosa County has 8 sites.​

 

Horseshoe Bend Regional Library | 207 N West Street | Dadeville | 256.825.9232

 

Lake Martin Amphitheater | Hwy 63 | Kowaliga | 256.329.0835

The Amphitheater is formed on a bluff overlooking Lake Martin, just off Highway 63 near Kowaliga Point by Russell Lands. The site has a stage area and grass seating with a capacity of more than 2,500 patrons. As an open-air site, the Amphitheater overlooks the Big Kowaliga Basin, one of the most beautiful areas on Lake Martin.

 

Martin Dam Tour | Hwy 50 | 334.283.6681 | Reservations Required

The reservoir the dam created not only became the world's largest body of artificial water in 1926, it represented the ability to produce vast amounts of hydroelectric power. The reservoir has a power storage of 301,700,000 kilowatt-hours, enough to supply 25,000 households for a year.

 

D.A.R.E. Power Park

D.A.R.E. Power Park is located between Alexander City and Dadeville on Young's Landing. It is the most recent recreation facility to be added in the Lake Martin area. The park features a swimming beach, two large pavilions, 13 picnic tables with grills, two fishing piers, and an amphitheater.

 

Chimney Rock

Chimney Rock is one of the most popular sites on Lake Martin. It is a popular island boating stop where daredevils climb to various points on the lone rock that juts from the island like a chimney - and jump into the lake.

 

Kowaliga Indian Statue at Kowaliga Restaurant | 285 Kowaliga Marina Road | 334.857.2889

 

Hank Williams Lake Martin Cabin at Children's Harbor | Hwy 63 | Kowaliga Bridge

 

Children's Harbor

The beautiful campus located 15 miles south of Alexander City, Alabama, on Highway 63, is built around a picturesque New England seaside village motif and features the Plymouth Lighthouse and a charming little early American church, Children's Chapel. A replica of the Plymouth Lighthouse which is located on Providence Point at our Lake Martin campus symbolizes our goal of helping children and families find their way through the treacherous waters in which they sometimes find themselves. 

Camp ASCCA 

Camp ASCCA-Easter Seals means fun for the 10,000+ visitors who spend time at the facility each year. Campers who have disabilities ranging from Spina Bifida, Multiple Sclerosis, Paraplegia, and Quadriplegia to Downs Syndrome, Autism, Mild, Moderate and Profound Mental Disabilities enjoy unique camping experiences at Camp ASCCA​.

 

Wellborn Car Museum

The Wellborn Car Museum is devoted to the great American automobiles of the 1960's and 1970's, showcasing classics such as the Charger, the Roadrunner, and the Superbee, as well as the nation's largest High Performance Dodge Charger. 

 

Annual Events

 

Sun/Jazz Fest

For more than a decade, lovers of jazz and blues in search of a music festival need look no farther than Alexander City. The annual free event features two nights of great musical acts and draws crowds from all over the state and country.

 

Blues in the Park

 

Celebrate Freedom

 

Fireworks at the AMP

The annual Fourth of July fireworks show is now being viewed from the Lake Martin Amphitheater. Russell Lands has elected to center the celebration around the amphitheater to reduce the risk of injury created by heavy boat traffic around the fireworks.

 

Downtown Farmers Market

JUNE - OCTOBER
SATURDAY MORNINGS | 7 - 11

Main Street Alexander City brings you the Farmer's Market, showcasing the best that area growers have to offer, including fresh fruits and vegetables, plants, baked goods, breads, and vendors. Rain or shine at the fountain on Broad Street. Call 334-329-9729 for information or to become a registered vendor.

EMAIL: CARLYHERRMANN01@GMAIL.COM

National Night Out

 

Oktoberfest

The annual Oktoberfest is sponsored by the Alexander City Parks and Recreation Department at the Charles E. Bailey, Sr. Sportplex. This annual fall festival brings vendors with unique and traditional gifts, a variety of food, musical entertainment, custom car and truck show, and an area especially designed for children.

 

Holiday Open House

The Annual Holiday Open House is held the second Sunday in November with local shops opening up during the hours of 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm to emphasize the beginning of the shopping season. Walk from store to store and get your decorating items and gift ideas along with those special items on your holiday list!

 

Christmas in the Park 

Local businesses and residents participate in the annual Christmas in the Park. You can ride through the Charles E. Bailey, Sr. Sportplex and see unforgettable Christmas displays throughout the park.

 

Tykes In Trucks

A family oriented event for kids of all ages to enjoy looking, and inspecting all types of trucks.