You may have hiked, walked, biked, and driven along Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway, but have you paddled along the Scenic Byway? Take your canoe or kayak and paddle to one of the following places to enjoy an excellent scenic adventure.
Graham Creek Nature Preserve
Graham Creek Nature Preserve provides access for guests to launch their canoe or kayak into the Wolf Bay watershed. The launch is at the end of Stan Mahoney Lane, where a ramp and floating dock are located. Any non-motorized vessel may be launched there during daylight hours.
Bon Secour National Wildlife Reserve
The Jeff Friend Trail kayak launch is located in Bon Secour National Wildlife Reserve to provide canoe/kayak access to Little Lagoon. Boaters can access Gator Lake Trail, but portaging across Pine Beach Trail or Gator Lake Trail will be necessary.
Orange Beach Canoe Trail
The Orange Beach Canoe Trail provides 12 landing sites along the shores of Wolf Bay, Bay La Launch, Arnica Bay, Bayou St. John, and Cotton Bayou. All-access points are marked and are open during daylight hours.
Lake Shelby
Lake Shelby is located in Gulf State Park. The lake provides 900 acres of fresh water for you to explore by canoe or kayak.
Grab your paddle and enjoy the waters of the scenic byway!