Welcome to the beach, smartphone users! We know how much you enjoy your apps - and we are not talking about fried crab claws. To enhance your visit Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism have put several treks on SCVNGR that showcase some of the best things to do while you are here. When you ...Read More
April is not too soon to get in the water for plenty of people. But some people are only interested in swimming when the Gulf feels like a soothing, warm bath. Either way, you don’t have to be in the water to enjoy the ocean. If you have never experienced the thrill of gliding along ...Read More
While you are visiting the Gulf Coast be sure to visit Fort Morgan for the annual migratory bird banding. Sponsored by the Hummer Bird Study Group, this is an amazing opportunity to identify and protect hummingbirds, buntings and many other colorful and often rare birds. Fort Morgan’s location at the edge of the beach makes ...Read More
First of all – wear sunscreen. We want you to come back next year and the year after that – so, seriously, wear sunscreen, lots of sunscreen. That said, you may find after a couple of days on the beach that you need to get a little more exercise and a little less sun. Here ...Read More
Go to the Beach – we have miles of pristine beaches for you to enjoy. Typically this time of year the water is more than 70 degrees. If you feel like dipping your toes in, go right ahead. Catch a big fish – experience the thrill of reeling in a salt-water sports fish by booking ...Read More
Float under a canopy of trees and discover the legendary "ice box" on the Bon Secour River where you can park your boat and take a refreshing swim in cool waters. Glide along bays and bayous. See Bald Eagles in flight, Osprey along the shore, and Dolphins playfully breaking the water’s surface. With over 250,000 ...Read More
Every year, from May through October, three species of sea turtles nest on the beaches of Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Our Loggerhead, Kemp’s Ridley and Green Sea Turtles are protected by the Endangered Species Act and it’s against state law to disturb nesting sea turtles, their hatchlings, or their nests. “Share The Beach” is an Alabama ...Read More
From shores of the Gulf of Mexico and to the calm waters of Lake Shelby and beyond, Gulf State Park spans 6,500 breathtaking acres with an ecosystem crucial to the area. Here, kids and adults can find endless ways to experience nature and wildlife while exploring miles of hiking trails, three freshwater lakes, and 2.5 ...Read More
Spanning 65 breathtaking acres, the wonders of Bellingrath Gardens change with every season. Summer is the perfect time to experience one of the most highly-acclaimed rose gardens in the U.S.A. Explore The Rockery – an elaborate rock garden with flagstone terraces, waterfalls and vivid landscaping. Stroll along scenic Mirror Lake. Experience the Ecological Bayou Boardwalk. ...Read More
Imagine exploring a living classroom where you can learn about estuaries -- the point where where a river meets the sea. Encompassing over 6,000 forested acres, Weeks Bay offers boardwalk trails (all are wheelchair accessible) and hiking trails through miles of protected estuarine habitats. One of the boardwalk trails leads through an awesome Native Pitcher ...Read More