Best places to spot dolphins on the byway
Do you know that the largest population of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins lives in the Gulf of Mexico? See them on the Alabama's Coastal Connection Scenic Byway.
So many attractions to enjoy on the Scenic Byway
There are numerous attractions along Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway. Whether you are a lover of history, nature or adrenaline rushes, we’ve got you covered. In Mobile, check out the Battleship Memorial Park, a military history park and museum located on the western shore of Mobile Bay. It’s collection of notable aircraft and museum ships ...Read More
Spring festivals
Spring is a busy season for festivals along Alabama’s Coastal Connection. Here on the coast, we love to throw a party and celebrate just about anything. There’s always something to do, so we’ll share just a few of the season’s highlights below. During the first three weeks of March, local artisans have several opportunities to ...Read More
Fresh seafood is always in season on the Alabama Gulf Coast
Fresh seafood is available year-round along the Gulf Coast. From Orange Beach to Bayou La Batre, you have your choice of reeling it in yourself or buying it from local markets. Amberjack, red drum, grouper, sheepshead and so much more are caught and served fresh throughout the year. In March and April, bluefish, cobia, flounder, ...Read More
Spring is a great time for a trip to the byway
Are you someone who likes to plan ahead, already thinking of spring travels? Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway is great ANY time of year. But after a chilly winter, the outlook of a warm, sunny, spring day always sounds appealing. In just a few weeks, brown roadsides, crunchy flowerbeds and bare tree limbs will give ...Read More
Ready for a Gulf Coast vacation? Want to see more before you go?
Are you counting down to your next vacation to the Alabama Gulf Coast? If you can’t wait to take in all the area has to offer, check out the video gallery section of our website. Take a tour of downtown Fairhope and immediately feel connected. See the sights around the Fairhope Pier, including the fountain, ...Read More
Preserving precious lands
Conserving the plants and creatures that bring incredible beauty to our coast is one of our biggest missions. Countless partners work together to ensure the Alabama Gulf Coast natural habitat and wildlife will be here for future generations to enjoy. The name of the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge comes from the French term meaning ...Read More
Works of local artists reflect coastal influences
The beauty of the Gulf Coast is bountiful, providing a constantly changing perspective for many generations of artists. With a variety of scenery from wildlife to diverse landscapes, every day sparks new ideas for these creative minds and oh-so-skilled hands. Local painter Nick Cantrell draws his inspiration from his love of Gulf Coast nature and ...Read More
Explore the trails at Gulf State Park
Fall and winter along the Gulf Coast can be a magical time. With vivid blue skies contrasting against white sands and green trees, there are few landscapes as beautiful as the coast of Alabama. Pair that with comfortable temperatures and sunny days, and life doesn’t get much better. Take advantage of the natural beauty by ...Read More
Local Native American History
If you love history, especially Native American history, then you will love the Orange Beach Indian & Sea Museum and the Gulf Shores Museum. The Orange Beach and Gulf Shores communities were both settled as fishing villages in the mid-1800s, but Creek Indians inhabited the area long before the arrival of Europeans. In fact, Baldwin County’s tribes ...Read More