Helpful Resources from the Communities of Alabama’s Coastal Connection
Beautiful beaches, authentic downtowns, wildlife preserves, historic sites and the freshest seafood you’ll ever put in your mouth are all yours to enjoy on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Visit the Coastal Connection to take in the natural beauty and experience all there is to see and do here.
Alabama’s southern tip is one of those places where even first-time visitors find a connection. Here, you’ll experience the link between the traditions of the Deep South and a more laid-back island lifestyle, between the wildlife of thousands of acres of preserved lands and the good life of a beachfront vacation, and between the gunships of past naval battles and today’s countless opportunities to enjoy our waters—including the dedication to conservation methods for the future. Alabama’s Coastal Connection has much to share. It beckons travelers to make their own connection and to learn more about the waters, ways and wildlife of Alabama’s Gulf Coast.
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The Mobile Bay Ferry runs between Dauphin Island and Fort Morgan, a 40-minute ride across the bay with views of ships, birds, and marine life you won`t get from the highway. It`s not just transportation, it`s an experience.
📍 Dauphin Island ↔️ Fort Morgan
⏱️ ~40 minutes
☀️ Weather dependent — check ahead before you go!
👉 Make it part of your coastal road trip!
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📍Gulf State Park
6,500 acres of pure outdoor paradise, and it`s right in Gulf Shores. 🌿 Gulf State Park has everything: 2.5 miles of beach, three freshwater lakes, 27 miles of trails, a fishing pier, and a campground with 496 sites.
📍 Gulf Shores, AL
🏕️ Camping | 🚴 Trails | 🎣 Fishing | 🏖️ Beach
👉 Add it to your next trip itinerary!
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Ever stood somewhere and just felt the history? 🏰 Alabama`s Coastal Connection has that feeling around every corner:
🏛️ Civil War forts on Dauphin Island
🚂 A beautifully preserved 1909 railroad depot in Foley
👀 Museums that actually make you want to stay a while
This is the kind of road trip you`ll be talking about for years.
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Some places just feel good to be in. 🌅 Alabama`s Coastal Connection is one of them! Enjoy beautiful beaches, charming small towns, stunning gardens at Bellingrath, and wildlife preserves that remind you to slow down.
It`s the kind of trip the whole family will actually enjoy, from the grandkids to the grandparents.
✨ Explore itineraries at alabamascoastalconnection.com
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🦐 Good food, good views, Alabama`s Coastal Connection is lined with spots serving up the freshest Gulf seafood, Southern comfort food, and local favorites you won`t find anywhere else. Honestly, the food alone is worth the drive.
🍽️ Start planning at alabamascoastalconnection.com
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If your idea of a perfect day involves fresh air and no agenda, we`ve got you. 🌿 Alabama`s Coastal Connection has 20+ miles of trails winding through wetlands and coastal forests, plus gorgeous bay views stretching through Daphne, Fairhope, and Spanish Fort.
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Exploring Alabama’s coast? Help keep it beautiful by properly disposing of trash and fishing line and choosing reusable bags instead of plastic.
Marine animals can become tangled in litter, and plastic bags can be mistaken for food by sea turtles. A little effort goes a long way for our coastal ecosystem.
Learn More: https://bit.ly/PresevationAndStewardship
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Along Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway you’ll find miles of trails, protected wildlife areas, and scenic waterways perfect for hiking, birdwatching, kayaking, and exploring the natural beauty of the Gulf Coast. 🌱
Nature lovers, this route was made for you - 🔗 in Bio
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