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There's So Much to Do Around Baldwin County, AL
If you're looking for a good spot for a day trip around Mobile and Baldwin County, you're in luck. This area is packed with exciting locations to visit. To help you start planning your excursion, our real estate agents have compiled a list of some of their favorite attractions around the Alabama Gulf Coast.
- Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo - 20499 Oak Rd. E, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo may be small compared to the zoos you see in big cities, but this little zoo near our Gulf Shores homes for sale makes great use of every inch of its 25 acres of space. It's currently home to almost 200 species, including giraffes, camels, and even Bengal tigers. There are plenty of chances to get up close and personal with the animals, too. In addition to a petting zoo with tame goats, donkeys, and deer, the zoo's Animal Adventures program allows you to interact directly with their kangaroos, lemurs, and sloths. The animal lovers in your family will never forget the experience. - Gulf State Park - 20115 State Park Rd., Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Want to feel like you're on vacation without hopping on a plane? Gulf State Park is located right by our Baldwin County homes for sale and contains more than two miles of picturesque sandy beach for you and your family to enjoy. You can go hiking or biking on the surrounding trails, swim or canoe in Lake Shelby, and learn more about the wildlife in the area at the nature center. You can even stay overnight at one of the park's cabins or camp at one of the many campground spots. Don't forget the marshmallows for a bonfire! - Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 12295 AL-180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Head over to Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge for an afternoon in the great outdoors. This conservation area near our Bon Secour homes for sale is one of the last places with undisturbed coastal barrier left in Alabama, and it's a stunning sight to behold. The refuge's 7,000 acres of land encompass multiple biomes, including soft sand dunes, towering forest trees, and relaxing open grassland. With dozens of bird species flitting about the trees, this is an excellent area for bird-watching. In the waters, you'll find several species of fish and turtles. You might even spot a few bottlenose dolphins! - Orange Beach Waterfront Park - 26425 Canal Rd., Orange Beach, AL 36561
Avid fishermen will love visiting the Orange Beach Waterfront Park near our Orange Beach homes for sale. The crown jewel of this clean, well-kept park is the 400-foot pier that takes you into the heart of beautiful Wolf Bay. You can use it to take a stroll, enjoy beautiful water views, or take a seat and cast a line. After fishing, head over to one of the seven picnic areas with benches and grills for lunch. There's also a playground with swings, a few slides, and some climbing equipment for families with young children. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a pleasant day by the shore. - USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park - Spanish Fort, AL 36527
Have you ever wondered what exploring a real World War II battleship might be like? At USS Alabama Memorial Park, you can! The retired battleship USS ALABAMA (BB-60) was used in many naval battles in the South Pacific and Tokyo Bay before becoming the star attraction here. In addition to the ALABAMA, the park also boasts the decommissioned submarine USS DRUM, an aircraft pavilion full of old planes, a plethora of tanks and other war machines, and several memorial sites dedicated to fallen soldiers. Battleship Memorial Park is a must-visit for history buffs near our Spanish Fort homes for sale. Even casual visitors are sure to have a great time seeing this incredible technology in person.
Life near these Mobile and Baldwin County homes for sale offers easy access to all these attractions and more. If you've been thinking about moving, there's no time like the present. Contact us today to start looking for your new home right on the Alabama Gulf Coast.
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