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Located within a few hours drive from Las Vegas is this horseshoe shaped meander of the Colorado River. After a bit of a hike, we got to see the horseshoe bend. What an astounding beauty it was! Also extremely nerve-wracking because it is a merciless 1000 feet drop from the canyon cliffs, and there are no rails at the edge of the cliffs. Being acrophobic made it worse! But it is an experience of a lifetime and I’m glad I mustered all of my courage (I have very little of it), prayed all the Gods in the world (although I believe there is only God) and peeked at the formation of the horseshoe bend among the deep gorges. To get an elaborate view of the horseshoe bend, I lay down on my stomach and literally crawled on the canyon to reach the edges. The only thing I hoped is, the cliffs were strong enough to hold my weight. And here I was, literally at the edge of a 1000 feet high cliff with my palms sweating (literally!).
Located within a few hours drive from Las Vegas is this horseshoe shaped meander of the Colorado River. After a bit of a hike, we got to see the horseshoe bend. What an astounding beauty it was! Also extremely nerve-wracking because it is a merciless 1000 feet drop from the canyon cliffs, and there are no rails at the edge of the cliffs. Being acrophobic made it worse! But it is an experience of a lifetime and I’m glad I mustered all of my courage (I have very little of it), prayed all the Gods in the world (although I believe there is only God) and peeked at the formation of the horseshoe bend among the deep gorges. To get an elaborate view of the horseshoe bend, I lay down on my stomach and literally crawled on the canyon to reach the edges. The only thing I hoped is, the cliffs were strong enough to hold my weight. And here I was, literally at the edge of a 1000 feet high cliff with my palms sweating (literally!).
Quality Inn Alexander City

Quality Inn Alexander City

2.5 out of 5
2945 Highway 280 Alexander City AL
The price is NZ$143 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$143
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alexander City. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (487 reviews)
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

Quality Inn Alexander City
Days Inn by Wyndham Alexander City

Days Inn by Wyndham Alexander City

2 out of 5
3146 Highway 280 Alexander City AL
The price is NZ$150 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$150
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alexander City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (496 reviews)
Convenient, clean, older hotel but friendly staff.

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Alexander City
Killen Time on Lake Martin

Killen Time on Lake Martin

Dadeville AL
Stay at this holiday home in Dadeville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Lake Martin and Uncle Bob's Island are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
Loved our stay!!!

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

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Peaceful lake house with private boat ramp and 2 docks

Peaceful lake house with private boat ramp and 2 docks

Jacksons' Gap AL
Stay at this holiday home in Jacksons' Gap. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions D.A.R.E. Power Park and Farrows ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
Wonderful property!

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Peaceful lake house with private boat ramp and 2 docks
Kid Friendly! Upgraded Lake Front Cottage at Lake Martin! 35 Minutes to Auburn!

Kid Friendly! Upgraded Lake Front Cottage at Lake Martin! 35 Minutes to Auburn!

Dadeville AL
Stay at this cottage in Dadeville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Wilmarth's Island and Maxwell-Gunter Recreation Area ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Definitely a few maintenance issues but a beautiful location!
From the initial booking it had everything we wanted! Great location plenty of rooms and outdoor seating by lake with lights and included a lake pad!Upon arrival we noticed they did not have the lake pad and the lighting on the lake deck did not work. The light on the porch that has the blackstone ...

Reviewed on 22 July 2025

Kid Friendly! Upgraded Lake Front Cottage at Lake Martin! 35 Minutes to Auburn!
Killen Time on Lake Martin

Killen Time on Lake Martin

Dadeville AL
Stay at this holiday home in Dadeville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Lake Martin and Uncle Bob's Island are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
Loved our stay!!!

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Killen Time on Lake Martin
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Horseshoe Bend National Military Park

Explore the great outdoors at Horseshoe Bend National Military Park, a lovely green space in Daviston. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Horseshoe Bend National Military Park