1890 Queen Anne Victorian home located on 1.5 acres. Antique furnishings offer retreat into years gone by, making visit unforgettable. Minutes from Lake Martin.

Wind Creek boasts the largest state-operated campground in the United States with 626 sites with water and 30 amp hook ups. One hundred sixty nine sites are waterfront, allowing for fishing, swimming, and boating. Two hundred twelve sites have sew...

Book a room at the Quality Inn hotel in Alexander City, AL

Seven cozy waterfront camping cabins are available year-round. Reservations are recommended.

Feb 27, Alexander City. Russell Forest Run. 256-397-1019. www.russellforestrun.com. Fee for participants only. Russell Crossroads--Check website or call for details. Benefit for the Alexander City Schools Education Foundation. 7:45 a.m.

Russell Marine's In Water Boat Show. www.russellmarine.net. There is no admission charge. The Ridge Marina on Lake Martin--More than 150 boats on display with demo rides available. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Alexander City Sun Festival, a week-long community festival including events in the water, hiking, music, car & motorcycle shows and more!

Come browse dozens of local artists' booths. Pottery, jewelry, sculpture, paintings and more

10am, Jul 4, Lake Martin, Russell Marine's 4th of July Boat Parade . (256) 472-5665. www.russellmarine.net. Free for participants. Patriotically- decorated boats will parade from Kowaliga Marina to the judges located at Children's Harbor.

Hickory-grill barbecue, smoked turkey and more

This full-service, old fashioned soda fountain serves classic drugstore fare in a casual atmosphere.

For lakeside dining, it doesn’t get any better than docking the boat at Kowaliga Restaurant on Lake Martin.