2009 Official Alabama Vacation Guide - (Page 38) Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains ALABAMA MOUNTAINS CELEBRATION ARENA www.rackinghorse.com. 256-353-7225. 67 Horse Center Rd, Priceville. Check website for events. Site of Racking Horse Spring Celebration in April and the World Celebration each September. Ideal for indoor track, flea markets, car/animal shows. POINT MALLARD PARK ICE COMPLEX www.pointmallardpark.com. 256-341-4910. 2901-D Point Mallard Cir. SE. Public skate sessions; call for schedule or visit our website. Admission charged. group rates. PC, TC, CC. Regulation-size ice rink. Figure skating, hockey lessons. Birthday parties, rink rental available. D-1(a, b, e, f, h, i, l–n, p). DAYS INN 800-329-7499, 256355-3297. 63 Marco Dr., Priceville. 53 units. $45–$79. CB, R, SP, SJ, PA, HI, SCD, GD. TC, CC. D-1(h–m, p), D-2(a), D-3(b–d, f, g). COOK’S NATURAL SCIENCE MUSEUM www.cookspest.com. 256-350-9347. 412 13th St. SE. Open M–Sat. 9–noon and 1–5, Sun. 2–5. Free. Extensive collections of beautiful and exotic insects, mounted birds, mammals, rocks and minerals, seashells, and coral. Films and live interactive exhibits. D-1(a, b, p). HAMPTON INN www.hampton-inn.com. 800-HAMPTON, 256-355-5888. 2041 Beltline Rd. SW. 90 units. $78-$129 CB, MF, ER, SP, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(b, c, e, j, k, n, p), D-2(a), D-3(d, f, h). PRINCESS THEATRE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS NRHP www.princesstheatre.org. 256-350-1745, 256340-1778. 112 2nd Ave. NE. Admission charged; senior, group, child, student & teacher rates. PC, CC. Downtown’s historic theater and performing arts center. Check website for upcoming events. D-1(b, e–j, l, n, p), D-3(k). HOLIDAY INN HOTEL & SUITES DECATUR www.hidecaturalabama.com. 800-553-3150, 256-355-3150, 256-445-3157. 1101 6th Ave. NE. 205 units. $65–$149. R, K, MF, L, ER, SP, PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(b–i, k–n, p), D-2(a), D-3(b, e, f, h). DECATUR CIVIL WAR WALKING TOUR www.decaturcvb.org. 800-524-6181, 256-3502028. Bank St. NE. Open M–F 8–5, Sat. 9–5, Sun. 1–5. Free. Self-guided walking tour of Decatur’s Civil War sites. Brochures available at Visitors Center, Old State Bank and Bank Street merchants. WHEELER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE/VISITOR CENTER www.fws.gov/wheeler/. 256-350-6639. 2700 Refuge Headquarters Rd. Open Mar.–Sept.: Tu–Sat. 9–4; Oct.–Feb.: daily 9–5. Free. Orientation video, observation building. Walking trails. Interpretive center with wildlife and habitat exhibits. Best wildlife viewing 1 to 2 hours before sunset Dec.–Feb. D-1(b, d, f, h, i, n–p). HOME-TOWNE SUITES www.htshotel.com. 256-308-0811. 2125 Jameson Pl. SW. 70 units. $60–$90 K, ER, SP, SJ, PA, HI, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(f–k, p), D-2(d), D-3(d, h, i). DELANO PARK www.digitaldecatur.com. 256-350-2028. 6th Ave. SE. Named for President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, park features a beautiful rose garden, splash pad, playground, tennis court, baseball fields, and other recreation facilities. JAMESON INN, THE www.jamesoninns.com. 800-526-3766, 256-3552229. 2120 Jameson Pl. SW. 60 units. $70–$100. CB, ER, SP, PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(a, b, e, f, h–k, m, n, p), D-2(a), D-3(b, d, f, h). HISTORIC BANK STREET www.decaturcvb.org. 800-524-6181, 256-350-2028. Bank St. NE. M–Sat. 10–5; restaurant open for dinner. Free. Historic shopping district features array of specialty shops and antiques. Original art, toys, home accessories, clothing, jewelry and fine dining. WILSON MORGAN SOFTBALL COMPLEX www.decaturparks.com; www.decaturcvb.org. 256-341-4810. 300 Beltline Rd. Open Feb.-Nov. Focal point of tournaments on the diamond, site features six lighted fields, concessions, quad, press box and batting cages. LA QUINTA INN & SUITES 6042.lq.com. 800-531-5900, 256-355-9977. 918 Beltline Rd. SW. 52 units. $55–$89. CB, MF, SP, SJ, PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(b, e, f, h–n, p), D-3(e, f, h, i). GOLF CEDAR RIDGE GOLF COURSE, INC. 256-353-4653. 3030 Modaus Rd. Open 7–7. Senior & child rates. PC, TC, CC. 18 holes, par 72, 6279 yds. INGALLS HARBOR www.decaturcvb.org. 256-341-4930. 701 Market St. NW. Open 24/7. Site for annual Riverfest celebration. Popular destination for FLW, Bassmaster and other fishing events. MAGNOLIA MOTEL 256-353-5102. 1101 6th Ave. SE. 12 units. $38-$55 MICROTEL INN & SUITES www.microtelinn.com. 888-771-7171, 256-301-9995. 2226 Beltline Rd. SW. 77 units. $55–$85. CB, K, MF, ER, SP, PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. PC, TC, CC. D-1(b–m, p), D-2(a), D-3(b, d–g, k). JACK ALLEN RECREATION COMPLEX www.decaturparks.com; www.decaturcvb.org. 256-341-4830, 256-341-4831. 2616 Modaus Rd. SW. Open year round. Complex includes nine international-sized lighted soccer fields with certified, laser-graded turf and internal drainage. Site of Alabama Soccer Association’s coveted Governor’s Cup. POINT MALLARD GOLF COURSE www.pointmallardpark.com. 256-341-4925. 2600-A Point Mallard Dr. SE. Senior rates. PC, TC, CC. 200-acre layout along Tennessee River. 18 holes, par 72, 7064 yds. D-1(b, f, h, j, l, n, p). MOTEL 6 www.motel6-decatur-al.com. 256-308-0312. 810 6th Ave. NE. 69 units. $40-$79 PA, HI, SCD, AAA. CC. D-1(a, f–n, p). ACCOMMODATIONS AMERICAN INN 256-353-7853. 2617 Hwy. 31S. 24 units. $30–$50. K, SP, SCD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(a). OGLE STADIUM www.ptc.dcs.edu/schools/hs/dhs/dhs.html. 256-552-3010. 1011 Prospect Dr. SE, Decatur . Admission charged. Stadium offers seating for 8,000 spectators, excellent field lighting, press box, concessions and locker rooms with ample parking for track and field events. NITEFALL MOTEL 256-353-0481. 2611 Hwy. 31S. 39 units. $32-$45 SP, SCD, GD. TC, CC. D-1(a). BEST WESTERN INN & SUITES www.bestwestern.com. 800-WESTERN, 256-301-1388. 1305 Front Ave. SW. 59 units. $55–$99. CB, K, SP, SJ, PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(c, e, h–j, l, m, p), D-3(h). RAMADA LIMITED www.ramada.com. 800-272-6232, 256-353-0333. 1317 Hwy. 67E. 84 units. $50-$70 CB, SP, PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(a, b, e, g, h, k, m, n, p), D-2(a), D-3(b, f, h). OLD DECATUR AND ALBANY HISTORIC DISTRICTS www.decaturcvb.org. 800-524-6181, 256-3502028. Bank St. NE & Gordon Dr. SE. Self-guided tour. See Alabama’s largest concentration of historic Victorian homes along 116 acres. BUDGET INN 256-350-7055. 770 Hwy. 67S. 37 units. $29.99–$39.99 plus tax. TC, CC. D-1(a). STAY LODGE EXTENDED STAY 256-353-7290. 2616 Hwy 31 S. 108 units. $49-$79 K, HI. PC, TC, CC. COMFORT INN & SUITES www.choicehotels.com. 888-568-1999, 256-355-1999. 2212 Danville Rd. SW. 103 units. $75–$99 CB, SP, PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(c, j, p), D-2(a). STUDIO 9 INN & SUITES 256-355-8504. 440 Johnston St. SE. 92 units. $40-$79. K, MF, SJ, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(a–c, e, f, h–k, m, n, p), D-2(a), D-3(f, h). OLD STATE BANK, THE CWT NRHP www.decaturparks.com. 256-341-4818. 925 Bank St. NE. Open M–F 9:30–noon and 1–4:30; call ahead for weekend and holiday hours. Free. Pre-Greek Revival structure is oldest bank in state. Used as hospital during Civil War, one of only 4 buildings left standing when war ended. D-1(b). POINT MALLARD PARK www.pointmallardpark.com. 256-341-4900. 2901-D Point Mallard Cir. SE. Open mid-May to Labor Day: M, W & F–Sun. 10–6, Tu & Th 10–9. Admission charged; senior, group & camper rates; half-price nights T & Th. PC, TC, CC. 750-acre park. Camping, hiking and biking trails, golf. Aquatic Center: wave pool, Olympic-size diving pool, water slides, kiddie pools. Year-round ice skating complex. Rink rental available. D-1(b, f, h–j, n, p). COMFORT INN PRICEVILLE www.choicehotels.com/hotels/al155. 800-2285150, 256-355-1037. 3239 Point Mallard Pkwy. 58 units. $60–$150. CB, SP, PA, HI. PC, TC, CC. D-1(c). SUPER 8 MOTEL/DECATUR-PRICEVILLE www.super8.com. 800-800-8000, 256-355-2525. 70 Marco Dr., Priceville. 55 units. $45–$99. CB, SP, PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(b, e–n, p), D2(a, d), D-3(e–i). COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY CARLSON www.countryinns.com/decatural. 800-456-4000, 256-355-6800. 807 Bank St. 110 units. $78–$99 CB, K, MF, ER, SP, SJ, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D1(b, c, e, f, h, j, k, o, p), D-2(a), D-3(f, h). DOUBLE SPRINGS map G-7 ATTRACTIONS BANKHEAD NATIONAL FOREST 205-489-5111. 1070 Hwy. 33 N. Year round. Admission charged; senior & Golden Age & Golden Access passports rates. PC. COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT www.courtyard.com/hsvdc. 800-321-2211, 256-355-4446. 1209 Courtyard Cir. 113 units. $104–$129 R, MF, L, ER, SP, SJ, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. 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