Shady Bay Travel Guide
Jacksons' Gap
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Popular places to visit
D.A.R.E. Power Park
Explore the great outdoors at D.A.R.E. Power Park, a lovely green space in Jacksons' Gap. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Lakewinds Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Jacksons' Gap at Lakewinds Golf Course. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Pirate Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pirate Island during your travels in Jacksons' Gap. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Sandy Beach Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sandy Beach Island during your travels in Jacksons' Gap. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Snake Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Snake Island during your travels in Jacksons' Gap. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Cemetery Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cemetery Island during your travels in Jacksons' Gap. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Top hotels in Shady Bay
Quality Inn Alexander City
"Very courteous staff I always come to the facility when to visit family"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Alexander City
"Breakfast was o.k. if you don't want to go out. The room was clean, air worked great, the staff was very pleasant. I enjoyed my stay."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Alexander City
"Clean rooms, helpfully staff"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hampton Inn Alexander City
"This is an older property. Checked in, only one key worked. Went downstairs and clerk seemed annoyed. Hey we didn’t make the keys. Room was clean. Bed was comfortable. Security door was left open with a rock. No gift upon arrival even though I am a Hilton Honors member. Breakfast was not great. Scones ..."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Heart of Dixie Motel Near Auburn AL
"Room was very dirty."
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Creekside Lodge At Lake Martin
Where to stay in Shady Bay
Smith Mountain Estates
While Smith Mountain Estates may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like D.A.R.E. Power Park and Curry Point Island.
