Recreation

You can find a wide variety of recreation around Headland and the Tri-State area. Within 20 miles are facilities for golf, tennis, hunting, fishing, walking/jogging and swimming as well as the beautiful Gulf of Mexico beaches just 100 miles away. Within 225 miles are professional and college sports for football, basketball, baseball, hockey, soccer, golf, tennis and racing.

Golf

• Headland Country Club (1/2 Mile)

  Distance: .5 Miles Headland Country Club Headland Country Club 4175 State Hwy 134 E Headland, AL 36345 (334) 693-2324 No need for a map as Headland Country Club is located just 1/2 mile north of Willow Walk. HCC is in it's 47th year of providing a friendly golfing experience for it's members and guests. The course has recently had new greens installed and they are now open for play. Whether your driving for show, putting for dough, playing in the sand or just relaxing by the pool, Headland Country Club is here to serve you.

• Roundabout Plantation Golf Course (11 miles)

  Distance: 11 Miles Roundabout Plantation Golf Course Kilgore's Roundabout Plantation 321 Roundabout Dr Cowarts, AL 36321 (334) 793-3300 Kilgore's Roundabout PLantation Golf Course is a Par 72, 18 Hole, 6,769 Yard Links Style Course. This spectacular course has: 5 lakes and Tif Eagle greens. Call for specials and tee times. Walk-Ins are welcomed and they do have banquet facilities.

• Green Hill Golf Course (21 miles)

  Distance: 21 Miles Green Hill Golf Course Green Hill Golf Course 2600 Old Campbellton Hwy Dothan, Alabama 36301 (334) 792-3597 This is a beautiful course with much variety. It is family owned and operated. The front nine is short and has small greens, while the back nine is longer and has larger greens. The flat terrain makes this an ideal course for walkers. There are only a couple of sand bunkers and grass bunkers on the course, but there are water hazards that come into play on the first three holes of the back nine. Designed by Luke & Mark Scott

• Highland Oaks Golf Course (22 miles)

  Distance: 22 Miles Highland Oaks - Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail Highland Oaks Golf Course 904 Royal Parkway Dothan, AL 36305 (334) 712-2820 Located in the southeast corner of Alabama, Highland Oaks features some of the longest and most classically designed holes on the Trail. Highlands, the core nine, is relatively open, with several lakes in play. The peninsula green at the par 3 sixth has an elusive, beckoning quality. Highland Oaks has played host to notable events such as the 1999 NIKE Tour Championship, 2000 Buy.com Tour Championship, and the 2001 Golf Channel Drive, Chip & Putt Regional Finals. Green Fees range from $45 to $64 as of Jan 2009

• Dothan National Golf Club & Hotel (23 miles)

  Distance: 23 Miles Dothan National Golf Club & Hotel Dothan National Golf Club & Hotel 7410 Highway 231 South Dothan, AL l36301 (800) 214-1150 (334) 677-3321 Enjoy our 18 Hole Championship Golf Course and lighted Driving Range. Our course can play from 5800 - 7300 yards and provides playing conditions suitable for golfers of all ages and skill levels. The tree-lined course, which measures in at a whopping 7,315 yards, was designed by Bob Simmons, and is both interesting and challenging. National Golf Foundation called the Dothan National Golf Club a "championship layout." The 18-hole course was home of the 1993 Dixie Section PGA Championship, the 1994 Professional Ladies Futures Tour, the 1994 Rod Jordan Professional Men's Tournament, and several Collegiate Tournaments. We invite you to visit our Golf Shop or inquire about instructions by one of our Golf Professionals. Our Golf Shop carries the latest in all name brand golfing attire and equipment.

• Panther Creek Country Club of Ozark (23 miles)

  Distance: 23 Miles Panther Creek Country Club of Ozark Panther Creek Country Club of Ozark 815 Country Club Dr Ozark, AL 36360 (334)774-2615 Panther Creek is a great 18 hole regulation course located at the Ozark Country Club facility in Ozark, AL. From the longest tees it features 6,756 yards of golf for a par of 72. The course rating is 71.7 with a slope rating of 132. Panther Creek is a Ron Garl designed championship golf course. The course has practice facilities, tennis courts, swimming pool, fine dining, lounge and grill as well as a Pro shop.

• Meadow Links Golf Course (23 miles)

  Distance: 23 Miles Meadow Links Golf Course George T. Bagby State Park Meadow Links Golf Course at George T. Bagby State Park 110 Meadow Links Drive Fort Gaines, GA 39851 Tee Times and Package Information: (800) 434-0982 Golf Shop: (229) 768-3714 or (877) 591-5574 The famed golf course architect, Willard Byrd wove 18 links-style holes into the gently rolling countryside, giving each its own breathtaking view of the surrounding woodlands. Lush green Tif 419 fairways contrast with the golden long Bahia rough leading to huge Tif Dwarf Bermuda greens filled with subtle breaks. Gracious round traps dot the entire course lending additional definition to the setting. As you finish #10, climb to the top of the hill behind the green where two large pecan trees and an ancient pear tree grow and turn back toward the tee. You will be graced by one of the prettiest golf vistas in the country. Golf Digest ranked George T. Bagby the "6th best new affordable public course" in the U.S. This ranking, plus on-site lodge and restaurant, make this a great golf destination.

• Tartan Pines Golf Course (37 miles)

  Distance: 37 Miles Tartan Pines Golf Course Tartan Pines Golf Course 423 Tartan Way Enterprise, AL 36330 (334) 393-8000 Tartan Pines Golf Community located in Enterprise, Alabama, features an 18-hole championship golf course, a lighted practice facility, clubhouse with deluxe meeting facilities, and a restaurant with an incredible view and even better cuisine. The design at Tartan Pines offers a wide range of playing options for golfers of all ages and skill levels. The 18-hole "Tartan Pines" course at the Tartan Pines Golf Club facility in Enterprise, Alabama features 6,787 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72 . The course rating is 72.3 and it has a slope rating of 129. Designed by Alan Blalock, the Tartan Pines golf course opened in 2000.

• Red Eagle Golf Course (42 miles)

  Distance: 42 Miles Red Eagle Golf Course Red Eagle Golf Course 101 Merion Dr Eufaula, AL 36027-3631 (334) 687-8003 The 18-hole "Red Eagle" course at the Red Eagle Golf Course facility in Eufaula, Alabama features 6,566 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72 . The course rating is 71.4 and it has a slope rating of 124 on Bermuda grass. Designed by Denis Griffiths, ASGCA, the Red Eagle golf course opened in 1986.

• Lakepoint Resort State Park Golf (45 miles)

  Distance: 45 Miles Lakepoint Resort State Park Golf Lakepoint Resort State Park Golf 104 Lakepoint Dr. Eufaula, AL 36027 334-687-8011 Lakepoint Resort State Park's 18-hole championship caliber golf course is open seven days a week. Tee times are recommended on weekends and holidays. The Club House offers shower/bathroom facilities and includes a Pro Shop which sales golfing apparel, golfing supplies as well as snacks and drinks. A practice putting green and a driving range is located near the Club House. The Pro Shop is open Mon. - Fri. from 8-6 and Sat. and Sun. from 7-6.

Tennis

• Douglas Park - City of Headland (5.2 miles)

  Distance: 5 Miles Douglas Park Tennis Courts The City of Headland, Alabama has two regulation size tennis courts located at Douglas Park with entry from East Church Street across from Azalea Court Assisted Living and from East Main Street adjacent to the Headland Fire/EMS Department building.

• Westgate Tennis Center (13.2 miles)

  Distance: 17 Miles Westgate Tennis Center Westgate Tennis Center is one of the finest modern facilities in the Southern United States. The facility addresses the highest standards of play and the greatest comfort for spectators. Several national, sectional, state, local, adult & junior tournaments are hosted here throughout the year In the year 2000 Dothan's Westgate Tennis Center became the most decorated Tennis Center in America when it won not only the USTA's Outstanding Facility Award but also the National Awards of the Tennis Industry Association and the U.S. Tennis Court and Track Builder's Association. It is the site of the Movie Gallery PRO Classic.

Racing

• South Alabama Speedway (59 miles)

  Distance: 59 Miles South Alabama Speedway South Alabama Speedway Highway 52 Kinston, AL 36453 Mailing Address: South Alabama Speedway 2343 E Highway 27 Ozark, AL 36360 334-565-3539 334-774-3161 South Alabama Speedway is a 4/10 mile paved oval located between Opp and Kinston, Alabama. The facility opened on June 9th 1973 under the name Twin Cities Speedway. It was intended to be a 1/2 mile oval, but came out at 4/10. The track was renamed South Alabama Speedway in 1978. It has also been known as South Alabama Motor Speedway. The list of drivers that have competed at the banked oval include some of the legends of NASCAR - Bobby, Donnie and Davey Allison, Neil Bonnett, David Pearson, Pete Hamilton, Rusty Wallace, Darrell Waltrip and Red Farmer.

• Road Atlanta (206 miles)

  Distance: 254 Miles Road Atlanta Road Atlanta is recognized as one the world's best road courses. Our multi-purpose motor sports facility is situated on 750 park-like acres in the rolling hills of Northeast Georgia. Road Atlanta is located 35 miles north of Atlanta and just minutes away from Chateau Elan, a 4-Star resort offering guests comfort and amenities such as three championship golf courses and a European-style Spa. The facility is utilized for a wide variety of events, including professional and amateur sports car and motorcycle races, racing and driving schools, corporate programs and testing for motorsports teams. Road Atlanta is host to major events like Petit Le Mans and the Suzuki Superbike Showdown, and is home to the Skip Barber Racing School, Kevin Schwantz Suzuki School and Saab Aero Academy.

• Talladega Super Speedway (214 miles)

  Distance: 214 Miles Talladega Super Speedway Talladega Superspeedway is the biggest, fastest, most competitive motorsports facility in the world. Records for both speed and competition have been established at Talladega. Talladega Superspeedway can accommodate more than 143,000-seated guests and thousands more in the 212-acre infield. The track offers van tours to visitors daily during working hours except on weeks around events. Adjacent to the track is the International Motorsports Hall of Fame and Museum, which is also open daily.

• Alabama Motorsports Park (229 miles)

  Distance: 76 Miles Alabama Motorsports Park - Opening 2010 Alabama Motorsports Park, A Dale Earnhardt Jr. Speedway is a property of Gulf Coast Entertainment, L.L.C. The entertainment complex will feature three racing venues which will accommodate many forms of racing on its oval, road course and karting facilities. In addition, the project will include commercial enterprises including residential, hospitality, retail, restaurants and location based entertainment. Located in Mobile County, the complex is expected to be fully operational in 2010.

Beaches

• Panaman City Beach(Florida)

  Panaman City Beach(Florida) Whether you’re looking for a long-term vacation or a short week-ender, there are many compelling reasons to choose Panama City Beach. From an economic standpoint, which, I’m sure, is important to all of us during these trying times of high gasoline prices and stock market woes, Panama City Beach is a great value. As a result of a condominium construction boom, accommodations during off-season periods are at all-time lows. During season, most condominiums only rent by the week. Right now you can get them by the day or weekend. Some restaurants close for the season but the ones that remain open offer affordable specials. You can find marked-down pricing in most stores. The weather is absolutely beautiful! Temperatures range from 70 to 85 through the end of October and drop 7-10 degrees during November, with an occasional short cold front. Gulf waters are still pretty warm. No crowds! You can really explore beautiful Panama City Beach without the traffic. There are no waiting lines anywhere.

• Destin-Ft.Walton (Florida)

  Destin-Ft.Walton (Florida) Delight your senses in our spectacular beaches (voted “safest in the country” and among the top ten in the country) and the expansive waters of Choctawahatchee Bay. Discover miles and miles of pure playground for shell seeking, sun bronzing, sand castle building, soul searching, and surrendering to sun-drenched solitude. Four renovated beachfront parks - Beasley Park, James Lee Park, Marler Memorial Park and Wayside Park - and six beach mini-parks featuring ADA accessibility, showers and bathrooms are here for all to enjoy. Okaloosa County values and protects its coastal dunes. Erosion is a serious problem along the 30 miles of coastal areas in the county. The dunes are fragile, easily damaged and require special safeguards to ensure their continued protection of inland areas. Coastal dunes range from seemingly insignificant sand hills to formations more than 50 feet high. Unvegetated dunes are vulnerable to destruction by the same forces that form them - waves and wind. These dunes are built by sand that blows into vegetated areas on the beach. They act as dikes against flooding and as reservoirs of sand to replenish the beach. During storms and hurricanes, dune sand washes into the sea and reduces the energy of storm waves. The dune restoration project at Beasley Park began in 1991 as an Outdoor Classroom Demonstration project between the Yellow River Soil & Water Conservation District, the NRCS Plant Materials Center, the Three River Resources Conservation, Tourist Development Council and Okaloosa County. Essential to the project’s success are the hundreds of volunteers who have planted and helped maintain dune vegetation at Beasley Park. What works at Beasley Park has served as a model to conserve, protect and restore dune areas in Okaloosa, Walton, Santa Rosa, and Escambia counties. An educational display at the park helps visitors to identify the plants used in restoration and shows how Beasley Park looked before and after Hurricane Opal. With more than 60 percent of our lovely beaches protected by law, you can be assured that when you return it will still be the same - natural and undeveloped forever.

• Pensacola Beaches (Florida)

  Pensacola Beaches (Florida) The beaches associated with the Pensacola area are some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Although hurricanes over the past couple of years have changed the landscape, and even washed away many sand dunes, the emerald green waters and white quartz sand still make the areas' beaches unsurpassed in beauty. A large portion of the beaches are managed by the Gulf Islands National Seashore National Park Service. These include Opal Beach, Fort Pickens, and Johnson Beach in Perdido Key. The National Park Service helps to protect the vegetation, such as the wild oat grass, which prevents erosion beyond the shoreline. They also protect wildlife such as nesting birds and sea turtle egg burial mounds. The National Park Service has also provided many facilities such as restrooms, and pavilions as well as parking lots. All of those provisions help keep vehicles and people from damaging the vegetation and polluting the environment. In the beaches directory you will see that we have listed 5 beach areas: Fort Pickens is on the west end of Santa Rosa Island and is part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore. Navarre Beach is on the east end of Gulf Blvd on Santa Rosa Island. To the east of Navarre Beach is Eglin Air Force Base. Opal Beach is also on Santa Rosa Island and is about half the distance between Casino Beach and Navarre Beach. Pensacola Beach is actually the town you enter when you arrive on Santa Rosa Island from Pensacola. Pensacola Beach has Quietwater Beach on the sound side of the island, and Casino Beach which is on the gulf side. Perdido Key is the barrier island to the west of Santa Rosa Island. Perdido Key is home to Johnson Beach, which is part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore, and also Perdido Key State Park.

• Gulf Shore Beaches (Alabama)

  Gulf Shore Beaches (Alabama) Something magical happens when you visit the Alabama Gulf Coast. The moment you arrive, the world starts to fade away. Maybe it's the sound of waves gently lapping the shore or the smell of coconut oil. Perhaps it's our white sand Gulf Coast beaches and sparkling emerald water. Suddenly building sandcastles moves to the top of your "to-do" list. You remember just how much fun your spouse is. You find yourself laughing at your son's "Knock, knock" joke, even though you've heard it a zillion times. You linger over a succulent, fresh seafood dinner at one of the seaside restaurants in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, where nobody rushes to get away from the table. A great getaway is closer than you think. A visit to Orange Beach and Gulf Shores offers the perfect balance of non-stop activity and lay-around-doing-nothing time. Putter around a bit on one of our championship golf courses. Cast your line for deep-sea adventure on one of the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach fishing charters. Travel back in history with a visit to Fort Morgan, the site of the Civil War Battle of Mobile Bay. Commune with Mother Nature as you hike wildlife trails gazing at shorebirds. Whether vacationing with family, escaping with the one you love, attending an annual Alabama convention or corporate retreat, you can choose from locally-owned or national hotel and motel chains, top-notch rentals in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach condos or a variety of beach houses. Gulf Shores / Orange Beach is a place where you can slow down, let loose, rediscover yourself and savor your loved ones. It's the Alabama Gulf Coast, and it will cast its spell over you.

Other Sports

• Hunting in the Tri-States

  Hunting in the Tri-States Barbour County Wildlife Management Area Located in Barbour County near Clayton. 14,700 acres; Big game and small game hunting. Blue Springs Wildlife Management Area Located in Covington County near Andalusia. 23,370 acres; Big game and small game hunting. Phone: 334-222-5415 Covington Wildlife Management Area Located in Covington and Geneva Counties near Florala. 22,490 acres; Big game and small game. Phone: 334-222-5415

• Fishing in the Tri-States

  Fishing in the Tri-States Lake Eufaula Long known as the “Bass Capital of the World”, Lake Eufaula is an outdoor paradise. Whether you want fishing, boating, skiing, camping, nature watching, or just relaxing, 45,000 acres and 640 miles of shoreline await you. Full service marinas, boat launch facilities, and several Corps of Engineers maintained day use facilities would make your visit to Lake Eufaula comfortable and complete. For information on planning a trip to Lake Eufaula call 800-524-7529. Barbour County Lake This 75-acre lake is located 6 miles north of Clayton off County Road 49. Lake Manager: Glen Ray. (334) 775-7123 Closed Wednesday Coffee County Lake This 80-acre lake is located 4 miles northwest of Elba off County Road 54. Lake Manager: Celia English (334) 897-2131 Closed Tuesday Crenshaw County Lake This 53 acre lake is located five miles south of Luverne off U.S. 331. Lake Manager: Bonnie Claveria (334) 335-4367 Closed Monday Dale County Lake (Ed Lisenby Lake) This 92-acre lake, which is located 1 mile north of Roy Parker Road (County Road 36) in Ozark, has been rated the No. 1 bass lake in Alabama. The lake holds the current state records for bass, bluegill, shellcracker, crappie, and channel catfish. Open 7 days sunrise to sunset. Closed Thanksgiving + following three days, Two weeks Christmas through New Years. Lake Manager: Mickey Snell Phone: (334) 774-0588. Geneva County Lakes These two lakes - 33 and 32 acres in size - are located 20 miles southwest of Enterprise off County Road 63. Lake Manager: Eleanor Tillma (334) 684-6488 Open 7 days a week Pike County Lake This 45-acres of water with the largest fishing pier on Alabama's public lakes. 410 acres of woodlands with trails, picnic areas and grills. The lake is located 5 miles south of Troy off County Road 39. Lake Manager: Diane Sullivan (334) 484-9610 Closed on Tuesdays

• Horseback Riding / Equestrian

  Horseback Riding / Equestrian Southern Cross Ranch (2 miles)   The Southern Cross Ranch was created in February of 2007 by two families who loved horses.   The Weatherly’s and the Jones’ put their horse herds together to create Southern Cross Ranch. It is owned and operated with the goal of providing good, clean, family oriented fun and adventure for all to enjoy. The ranch strives to produce the best horses for the southeast area. Stallions for breeding, mares for foaling, geldings for training, and babies for playing with, are all a part of the ranch.   Training is done by Chuck Jones and Diane Weatherly . Chuck has been training horses for 20 years. Chuck has studied under John Lyons, Dennis Reis, Clinton Anderson, and Craig Cameron. He has a “Way” with horses.  A gentle person, Chuck communicates with horses with a soft and tender nature. Chuck trains horses full time at the ranch and keeps several outside horses all the time. Diane Weatherly has been riding horses for as long as she can remember. She has directed her thoughts and riding to the English events, hunter, jumper, etc. Diane trains and rides horses for the public in hunter/ jumper, and likes going to the shows with her associates. Diane graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Equine Sciences.  She has also recently been selected to represent Henry County in the Alfa Farmers Federation, and was elected to a state office.  Trails are a new adventure at the ranch. Leasing land has enabled the ranch to establish new trails that roll through the natural woods. It is a beautiful and rewarding experience for any horseman to behold. These trails will take you away to a place that you did not believe still existed in the southeast area. They can keep you occupied for a short trail ride, one that takes you all day, or anything in between. You will pass trees so big it takes more than three people to reach around them and encounter creeks that flow gently beside the trails.  The trails are blanketed by a covering of trees above that only accent the natural beauty and peaceful setting. At Southern Cross Ranch we strive very hard to meet the need and desires of our borders, students, advertisers, and customers. We try to manufacture fun and fellowship among our students. Diane plans to go to shows and events with the students, and teach them to show competively. Come on out, bring your family, see how we can help you for your next event, meeting, or adventure. Facilities Beautiful Enclosed Building 250’ x 300’  complete size Enclosed Arena 200’ x 250’ Outdoor Arena 200’ x 250” Complete kitchen Concession window Large island Large refrigerator High Capacity Ice machine Dishwasher Full compliment of kitchen utensils, pots and pans For People Open Banquet area sized for 250 seating Bleacher seating for up to 1500 people Men’s & Women’s Restrooms Office for registration For Horse Activities Indoor Round pen Outdoor round pen Announcer’s booth w/State of the art Audio Special lighting effects Barn with 12 indoor stalls Tack Room 13 Wash Racks Outside paddocks for boarding Beautiful Trails English Jumps Parking 22 motor home hookups

• Wildlife Refuge Areas

  Wildlife Refuge Lake Eufaula Wildlife Area This 11,000-acre refuge provides outdoor experiences in a natural setting. Activities include hunting, fishing, boating, hiking, photography, and more. Refuge Objectives: * Provide habitat for migratory waterfowl and other birds. * Provide habitat and protection for endangered species such as American alligator, bald eagle, and wood stork. * Provide wildlife-dependent recreation and environmental education for the public. Public Use Opportunities: Trails. Auto tour route. Fishing. Two observation towers. Wildlife observation. Photography. Hunting, including youth hunts. Lake Seminole Wildlife Area A 37,500-acre USACE impoundment on the Chattahoochee and Flint rivers in the southwest corner of Georgia, Lake Seminole is nationally renowned for its angling, especially for largemouth bass. Lake Seminole was originally authorized as the Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam Project by the River and Harbor Act of 1946. The project took its name from a Columbus businessman and engineer who helped convince others of the need for the project. Seminole was the first of three projects authorized to improve navigation, provide hydropower, and add to the recreational opportunities in the Apalachicola, Chattahoochee, and Flint River basins. The lake sprawls across parts of Georgia and Florida, with the majority lying within the Peach State. The introduction of non-native aquatic plants has significantly affected Lake Seminole over the years. Eurasian watermilfoil first made an appearance in the mid-1960s, with another exotic species, hydrilla, following a few years later and becoming even more of a problem. The effects of these weeds have been mixed. Although they are excellent cover for the fish, and fishing the weeds is a favorite strategy with anglers, at times thick weed growth has covered almost the entire lake, making navigation and angling difficult. Aggressive control of the weeds by a combination of chemical, biological, and mechanical methods has reduced coverage in recent years and opened up more of the lake. However, during the height of the growing season, weeds can cover nearly half the lake. Boaters visiting the lake are encouraged to clean off their boat and trailer before venturing to other waters to prevent the spread of these exotic nuisance plants. Along with the weeds, Lake Seminole has plenty of stumps and sunken logs. Boaters unfamiliar with the lake need to take care when navigating its relatively shallow waters. Key species: largemouth bass, hybrid striped bass, crappie, bluegill, redear sunfish.