Things to Do — Gulf Shores, Pensacola & the Gulf Coast
Adventures, attractions, and experiences across the region
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Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
gulf-shoresHome to more than 500 animals, this zoo offers hands-on experiences with kangaroos & other critters.
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
gulf-shoresEstablished in 1980, this ~7,000-acre refuge on the Fort Morgan Peninsula protects nesting beaches for loggerhead, green, and Kemp's ridley sea turtles plus the endangered Alabama beach mouse.
Fort Morgan State Historic Site
gulf-shoresPentagonal masonry fort completed in 1834 at the tip of Mobile Bay; held by Confederates until Farragut's 'damn the torpedoes' run on August 5, 1864 forced its surrender weeks later.
Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
gulf-shoresAt 1,540 feet, it's one of the longest piers on the Gulf of Mexico. Fish for king mackerel and redfish, watch the sunrise, or just take in the endless Gulf views. Bait shop and rod rentals on-site.