There is nothing better than fresh fruit and vegetables found at a local farmers market, especially when the vendors use their produce to create delicious sweet treats that melt in your mouth. That is just what you will find along the coastal byway.
If improving your health was a resolution or goal for 2020, walking or biking along the Eastern Shore Trails will help you accomplish it.
xperience the Gulf Coast like never before and explore the salt marshes this summer. The Dauphin Island Sea Lab hosts summer excursions for all ages to explore the coastal grassland area. Put on your marine biologist hat and learn about the important role the salt marshes play in the Gulf of Mexico and how they support life outside of their habitat.
Baldwin County is known for its beautiful, sugar-white beaches. But only a few minutes north of the coastline, the area was known for farms that provided cotton, corn, soybeans and other foods.
Any spot along the coastal areas of the byway can provide breathtaking views. It’s sometimes hard to tell where the sky ends and the water begins. And reflections off the water are something to behold.
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.
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
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
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
Who can resist the great outdoors during fall? The air is crisp, the humidity is low, and the stars in the sky have never been so bright - especially when you are camping out. The many state park camping grounds along the Alabama Gulf Coast will connect you with nature. And what’s even better is ...Read More