Even with the uncertainty of current events, a trip along Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway will provide a wonderful break from the daily routines and allow you to return home with a new appreciation for the beauty and history of our area.
Fort Gaines has stood guard at the entrance to Mobile Bay for more than 150 years. Its location on the eastern tip of Dauphin Island gives visitors panoramic views of Mobile Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.
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.
When visiting the Foley Byway, Graham Creek Nature Preserve is a stop for all ages to enjoy. If you love learning about the outdoors or just experiencing them, you’ll find plenty of unique opportunities at Graham Creek. Bring your young children or their school groups to Observe and Explore at the preserve’s structured learning events. ...Read More
On either side of the entrance to Mobile Bay from the Gulf of Mexico, a fort greets sailors and visitors. But these are not just gathering places for friends and family. Both Fort Gaines on the eastern tip of Dauphin Island and Fort Morgan on the western bank of the Fort Morgan Peninsula have storied ...Read More
If you love the sounds of spring as much as you do the sights, make sure to make a stop at the Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary. The Audubon Bird Sanctuary holds a top-four spot in the nation for viewing spring migrations. Whether you cross the little bridge over to Dauphin Island or ferry over ...Read More
If you’re looking to add to your byway adventure at a more leisurely pace, the Mobile Bay Ferry may be just the stop for you. The ferry offers year-round service across Mobile Bay between Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island. Tickets can be purchased at varying rates for passage. No matter where you’ll arrive, the journey ...Read More
Anyone who’s ever ventured along Alabama’s Coastal Connection has surely noted the unique biodiversity of the Gulf Coast. Our beautiful landscapes and seascapes are teeming with life, and there are a number of ways for travelers along the Alabama Coastal Connection to get up close and personal with our local wildlife. Birding is a fun ...Read More
The Alabama white-sand beaches in Gulf Shores Orange Beach provide the perfect back drop for a spring break getaway. Will you be in town for one of our many sporting events scheduled during March and April? We’ve listed the top five fun-filled activities for the whole family to enjoy once the games are over. Attractions ...Read More
One of the Alabama Gulf Coast’s biggest fans, Kaitlyn, age 10, wrote a persuasive paper for her class in Montana after a trip to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach with her family. Kaitlyn’s grandfather and teacher encouraged her to publish her paper. At the Gulf Coast By Kaitlyn L., Montana Have you ever heard how astonishing the ...Read More