October is a wonderful time to be outdoors on the Alabama Gulf Coast. Morning temperatures average in the 60s, the fall sun typically warms the days into the mid-70s, and the skies just seem a little bluer. So plan your fall trip on Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway for an abundance of outdoor attractions to enjoy during this special time of year.
Imagine, if you will, a place where you can learn about four key habitats of Coastal Alabama: the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta, Mobile Bay, the barrier islands, and the northern Gulf of Mexico. A place where you can touch a stingray and see more than 100 coastal species.
Wedding planning this year has been a challenge for the many brides looking forward to a traditional ceremony with a church full of family and friends. Some have been postponed, but others have decided to look for alternate ways to exchange vows, yet stay healthy.
Did you know Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway is chock-full of ways to enjoy the outdoors and do your body good? With miles of trails (paved and unpaved), white-sand beaches and calm waterways, you can find a location that fits your favorite outdoor exercise.
The coastal habitats along Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway are important to wildlife and the humans who make their home along Alabama’s southern tip.
Summertime on Alabama’s Gulf Coast is a time to slow down and enjoy the beauty of the area. Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway provides the perfect start for a coastal vacation and forming special memories with your family. Pick one of our itineraries, or just strike out with our interactive map and enjoy the ride.
Studies have also shown the beach is one of the best places to relax and relieve stress. We don’t need science to tell us we are more relaxed and happier when we are near water. Below is our list of five reasons the beach makes us happier.
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
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
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