Beyond the Beach

Local Attractions & Nature

Historic sites, wildlife and outdoor experiences around Baldwin County.

Baldwin County Highlights

Easy additions to a Gulf Shores vacation.

Ferry schedules and attraction hours can change with weather, maintenance and season. Check current information before leaving.

Fort Morgan

Gulf Shores / Fort Morgan

Historic coastal fort with museum, fortifications and views across Mobile Bay.

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Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

Gulf Shores

Family attraction with hundreds of animals, animal encounters and feeding experiences.

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Alligator Alley

Summerdale

Elevated boardwalk through an alligator habitat with scheduled feedings and close-up viewing.

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Historic Blakeley State Park

Spanish Fort

Large park combining Civil War history, nature, trails and Mobile-Tensaw Delta cruises.

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Mobile Bay Ferry

Fort Morgan ↔ Dauphin Island

Vehicle and passenger ferry across the mouth of Mobile Bay. Great as part of a Fort Morgan → Ferry → Dauphin Island day trip.

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