Explore Wedowee
So much to offer!
Located in the foothills of the Appalachian mountains, Wedowee was named after a Muscogee Creek Indian Chief who's name means "old water" in the Creek language. The town is situated in the central part of Randolph County, with U.S. Highway 431 running north-south through it and serving as the Main Street. The downtown area provides a variety of sights and experiences, from Art and Crafts shows in the median to Christmas trees and Santa during the holiday season. On any one day, you can see logging and chicken trucks slow down and let folks walk across the street as they visit our quaint shops or grab a bite to eat at one of the downtown restaurants.
The county courthouse anchors the square, along with a historic statue listing names of all the area residents that lost their lives defending our country during World War I. The statue also presides over the most challenging traffic stop in town where Alabama State Highway 48 and U.S. Highway 431 meet. To the east, Alabama State Highway 48 leads to Woodland, the home of country singer Vern Gosdin, and to the west, it leads to Lake Wedowee (also known as Harris Lake), the area’s biggest attraction with 367 miles of shoreline, 7 square miles of natural beauty with 11,000 acres of water to explore.
With approximately 3.5 miles of highway passing through town and no stoplights, travelers might pass right through town and miss one of the most charming places in the South. But those who know Wedowee can all agree that it is loaded with history, quirky charm, and friendly folks. Take a look at what we have to offer here in Wedowee and East Alabama!
Local Attractions
One of the best-kept secrets in the South, the lake provides visitors with an opportunity to engage in all sorts of outdoor activities, including swimming, fishing, boating and water skiing.
Day-use park provides visitors opportunities for swimming, picnicking, fishing and a short hike on a nature trail on the shores of beautiful Lake Wedowee.
Three birding trails are only minutes away and provide ample opportunities to see so many species of birds in a variety of settings.
One of the most unique parks in the nation, this park hosts the highest point in Alabama. Nearly 2800 acres of stunning views of the Appalachian foothills, surrounded by over 390,000 acres of the Talladega National Forest.
Get your motorsports racing fix at 'Dega! Enjoy the excitement of NASCAR race weekend, or visit the International Motorsports Hall of Fame in Lincoln!
Visit the place where Major General Andrew Jackson led his troops into battle against the Creek Indians. The battle effectively ended the Creek War and forced the Creeks to cede 23 million acres to the US – accounting for half of central Alabama and part of southern Georgia.
Located just across the street from our motel, Wake & Shake offers fresh, customizable donuts that suit your every craving. Their specialty is unique donut sandwiches with soft serve ice cream and milkshakes. Open sunrise to sunset every day of the week except Wednesdays!
Located just up the street from our motel, Miss Amber's offers lunch fare including sandwiches, wraps, chicken salad, burgers, desserts, and Frio Gourmet Pops. Breakfast on Saturday mornings only.
Betty Ruth's Market Cafe
Located in the Exxon convenience store south of downtown near Tanner Medical Center, Betty Ruth's offers a breakfast and lunch hot bar full of down home cooking, plus made-to-order burgers, sandwiches, BBQ and hot wings. Also offering baked sweets and grab-and-go items.
Located west of town on AL Hwy 48, Lynniebo's serves lunch and dinner with a variety of seafood plus burgers, sandwiches and wings on their menu. Live entertainment on most Friday and Saturday nights.
Located just north of town on US 431, Boondocks offers family dining on a screened porch. Their specialties are smoked BBQ pork, beef and chicken, plus award-winning home-made ice cream in a variety of flavors.
Located north of town on US 431, Bobbers offers cold beer, steaks, burgers, sandwiches and wings for lunch or dinner. Live entertainment on most Fridays and Saturday nights.
Located about 3.5 miles south of downtown Wedowee and just off of US 431, Lulu's serves breakfast all day, lunch specials, and traditional Southern cooking. Daily lunch specials with one meat, two veggies, bread, desert and - of course - sweet tea!
Located just off AL Hwy 48 West behind the fire station, this family-owned restaurant makes chicken wings their specialty. Sixteen different wing flavors made-to-order, plus burgers, sandwiches and salads for dine-in or take out.
Located in the Wedowee Village shopping center, Jack's has breakfast biscuits, burgers, fries, chicken fingers and milkshakes; everything you'd expect at a fast-food burger establishment. Open 5:00 am - 10:00 pm Sunday through Friday, and 5:00 am - 11:00 pm on Saturdays.
Located south of town on US 431, Hacienda San Antonio serves up great Mexican food, great service, and the best margaritas in Wedowee! Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Monday and Wednesday, 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Tuesday, Thursday - Saturday, and closed on Sunday.
Subway
Located in the Wedowee Village shopping center, Subway provides an alternative to burgers and fries, offering made-to-order sandwiches, chips and fresh-baked cookies. Open 8:00 am - 10:00 pm Monday - Friday and 9:00 am - 10:00 pm Saturday and Sunday.
