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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!).

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Quality Inn Alexander City

Quality Inn Alexander City

2.5 out of 5
2945 Highway 280 Alexander City AL
The price is AU$122 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$122
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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 AU$127 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$127
22 Feb - 23 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! (498 reviews)
Convenient, clean, older hotel but friendly staff.

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Alexander City
Key West Inn - Roanoke

Key West Inn - Roanoke

2.5 out of 5
2983 Hwy 431 Roanoke AL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$94 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
AU$94
21 Feb - 22 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Roanoke. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Awbrey Public Library and Roanoke Community Fields ...
6.6/10 (241 reviews)
Staff was courteous and room was clean and comfortable

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Key West Inn - Roanoke
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Southern Comfort Cabin-fire pit/kayaks/pet friendl

Southern Comfort Cabin-fire pit/kayaks/pet friendl

Jackson's Gap AL
Stay at this cabin in Jacksons' Gap. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cemetery Island and Pirate Island are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (8 reviews)
Great place to be with our growing family. The kids were outside a great deal of the time. And the deck with cover was where we adults gathered. Plenty of parking space.

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

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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!
Lakefront Getaway with Stunning Western Views – Sleeps 6!

Lakefront Getaway with Stunning Western Views – Sleeps 6!

Dadeville AL
Stay at this condo in Dadeville. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Curry Point Island and Wilmarth's Island are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
Great location,the best view of the lake.Very nice place ,great beds,well equipped kitchen.Book it before it's taken 5*

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Lakefront Getaway with Stunning Western Views – Sleeps 6!
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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

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