Boating
Launch from our private boat launch and explore the lake from the water.
IIIShelby, Alabama · Lay Lake
Lay Lake, Alabama
Boating, fishing, swimming and quiet evenings on the shore.
Lay Lake, Alabama
289 miles of shoreline, minutes from your porch
Lay Lake is a large reservoir on the Coosa River in central Alabama, with 289 miles of shoreline and room for boating, fishing, swimming and every other kind of outdoor fun. Public boat ramps, picnic areas, nature trails and restrooms are available around the lake – and from Emma's View you can skip the ramp entirely and launch from our own.
Our lake house sits in Shelby, in Shelby County, an easy drive from Birmingham – close enough for a spontaneous weekend, far enough to feel like a real getaway.
On the water
What to do on Lay Lake
Fishing
Lay Lake is known as some of the best fishing in the South.
Swimming
Cool off right at the shore on hot Alabama afternoons.
Nature trails & picnics
Public boat ramps, picnic areas, nature trails and restrooms are available around the lake.
Without leaving the property
Make your stay at the lake more pleasant
- Swimming in Lay Lake
- Launch your boat at our private boat launch
- Park your boat and jet ski at our private pier
- Some of the best fishing in the South
- BBQ at our fire pit
- Relax on the porch with a fantastic view
Getting here
Find us in Shelby, Alabama
Emma's View on Lay Lake is at 134 Island Cir, Shelby, AL 35143. Open the address in your maps app for turn-by-turn directions from Birmingham, Pelham, Columbiana or wherever the weekend starts.
Ready for a weekend on Lay Lake?
Check dates and rates on Airbnb or Vrbo – or call us at (205) 663-7038.