Pensacola International Airport 47 min
Perdido Key State Park (5 min) Barrier island with white-sand beaches & dunes offering picnic facilities plus swimming & fishing. Perdido Pass (6 min) Water passage between Alabama & Florida that connects Perdido Bay to the Gulf of Mexico. Gulf Shores Public Beach (20 min) Tranquil coastline retreat for swimming, boarding, sunbathing & walking. Gulf State Park (24 min) Serene park with beaches, trails & pier fishing plus tennis, golf & a zip line above the dunes. Perdido Key Beach (7 min) Large natural space with coastline views, abundant wildlife, parks & a golf course. Big Lagoon State Park (16 min) Waterfront park with observation tower & campgrounds offers boating, swimming & hiking. The Wharf (18 min) Waterfront area with shops, a marina, restaurants, rides, miniature golf & an amphitheater. Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo (27 min) Home to more than 500 animals, this zoo offers hands-on experiences with kangaroos & other critters. Ono Island, Alabama (11 min) Romar Beach (12 min) The Park at OWA (29 min) Playful theme park with 22 rides from roller coasters to spinning tea cups, plus games & shows. Gulf State Park Pier (18 min) This long, wide pier with scenic beach & ocean views is a popular place for fishing. Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail - Rosemary Dunes Trailhead (12 min) Start point for a walking & biking route through pines, coastal sands & wetland alligator habitats. Adventure Island (12 min) Amusement park with go-karts, bumper boats, laser tag, kiddie rides & an erupting volcano replica. Waterville USA/Escape House (23 min) Amusement park with attractions including mini-golf, laser tag, go-karts & seasonal water rides. |