Located a short walk from the Gulf and Alabama's white-sand beaches is the Gulf State Park's Lake Shelby. This natural treasure has hosted families, fishermen and fun seekers for generations. Boy Scouts have camped around the lake, farmers markets...
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I was looking for an ideal beach vacation for my family as I researched Alabama’s Beaches, and in my quest, I found a hidden treasure. I found a destination with a population of birds that would excite any bird lover. As an avid birder, I had been...
Many visitors to Alabama's Beaches have no idea about the freshwater lake within walking distance from its shores. Right across from The Lodge at Gulf State Park is the Lake Shelby complex with three freshwater lakes and various fish species. Lake...
There’s a new sport in town and it’s bound to have you kicking around a good time. Actually, the game has been around in one form or another since the 1920s, but it’s only now becoming popular in the United States. FootGolf has seasoned golfers, as...
For most of us, the first offshore fish that ever really made a reel ‘scream’ was probably a king mackerel. Those long, blistering runs of kings always produce adrenaline for everyone on the boat and a nice bounty for the fish box.
Although the temperatures drop along Alabama’s Beaches throughout the winter months, there are still plenty of fishing spots that will please any angler who’s not ready to put their rods and reels away. With the colder air, water, and land...
Vacations are a time to take it easy and loosen up. Our beautiful beaches are the perfect place to unwind and dig your toes into the sand while you let the waves rush over your feet. However, all this relaxing doesn't mean missing out on live sports...
When the shopping bug bites, you can’t ignore it. Thankfully, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are home to more than just the beach. On those 32 miles of white-sand beaches are dozens of specialty shops, local boutiques, and big-name retailers calling...
There is a stereotype that golf is all about walking up to the next shot, picking a club, and hitting the ball. However, there are many more intricacies that you can follow if you are interested in taking your game to the next level and maximizing...
When you go to the beach, walking barefoot in the sand is a given. But did you know there are lots of other places to explore on foot on Alabama Beaches? (Though I recommend shoes for most of them!)