Carbon Hill, Alabama, in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, has old mines, some of which are still open. The area, part of Walker County, has fishing in Walker County Lake, where you can rent a boat or fish off the pier. Visit the Alabama Mining Museum and William Cook Home. The nearby town of Jaspar is home to Bevil State Community College.
Jameson Inn Jasper, about 20 miles from Carbon Hill, offers a free breakfast. You can also find full meals at Brew Brothers Beach Pub, which has live music on Thursday nights. For family entertainment, head to the Jasper Children's Theatre, which has year-round performances and concerts. The pet-friendly Jameson Inn has an indoor pool and fitness center.
Holiday Inn Express - Jaspar, two miles from downtown Jaspar, has barbecue grills for guest use and an outdoor pool. You can grill fish you catch at Smith Lake. If you prefer to dine out, head to Cafe Bill's or Jim 'n Nicks Bar-B-Q nearby for lunch or dinner. The hotel provides a free hot breakfast daily, and rooms have a microwave, mini fridge and coffeemaker. The family-friendly hotel has connecting rooms, cribs and roll-away beds.
Super 8 Jasper, right off Highway 78, has budget rooms with a host of free amenities. There is free breakfast, and you are close to several restaurants for other meals. Try Brangus Steakhouse, Pepitos Mexican or Ryan's Family Buffet. The Super 8 has an outdoor pool, or you can go to one of the two public golf courses nearby: Arrowhead or Twin Lakes.
The Hampton Inn Jasper is near Old York Square, where you can see a recreation of Western scenes. The hotel helped renovate the Jesse Owens Memorial Park, which has a museum and replica of Owens' home. Restaurants within a mile of the hotel include and Jim 'n Nicks Bar-B-Q and Ruby Tuesday. The Hampton Inn also provides free breakfast daily and On the Run breakfast bags during the week. The hotel has a fitness center and outdoor pool.
