Things to Do — Gulf Shores, Pensacola & the Gulf Coast
Adventures, attractions, and experiences across the region
Bayou Marcus Birding Trail
Nature preserve and birding trail in Pensacola, FL, managed by ECUA and open to visitors for wildlife observation and walking.
Bellingrath Gardens and Home
mobileA stunning 65-acre public garden near Mobile with year-round blooms — azaleas, camellias, roses, and chrysanthemums — plus guided home tours and a conservatory. Famous for its Magic Christmas in Lights show.
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.
Florida Trail Northern Terminus
Hiking area marking the northern terminus of the Florida Trail long-distance hiking route.
Fort Pickens — Gulf Islands National Seashore
pensacolaA massive pre-Civil War fort on Pensacola Beach surrounded by pristine national seashore. Explore the fort, hike coastal trails, snorkel in crystal-clear water, and camp steps from the beach.
Jones Swamp Wetland Preserve & Nature Trail
Wetland nature preserve and nature trail open to visitors for wildlife observation and outdoor recreation.
Pensacola Beach Marina
Marina on Pensacola Beach offering boat slips, tours, and water-related services.