Shady Bay Travel Guide
Jacksons' Gap
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Farrows Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Farrows 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.
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.
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
I've been to various parts of Alabama 9 times in the past 4 years, so I have a decent perspective. At the price point I paid, I was nervous about the building and room potentially being a nightmare, but this was totally not the case. The front lobby was always freshly mopped and smelled good as soon ...
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Alexander City
Room need deep cleaning, bathroom had hair dust, walla naste, carpet was not vacuum, roaches on table as was eating, no extra sheets at front desk , ect need refund
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Alexander City
Rooms was spotless and the staff was polite.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Alexander City
Breakfast was just Ok. This night the hot water was not working so could not take a shower. Room was nice though
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 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 Farrows Island.
