Orange Beach Alabama Travel Guide

Orange Beach Alabama

Orange Beach is a town located on Alabama's gulf coast. The city is known for its fantastic beaches and a watersports hub for those wanting an extra adrenaline rush to their vacations.  Some say that the name “Orange Beach,” was inspired by the spellbinding orange sunsets dancing off of the emerald-green waters.  However, the coast's name evolved over time and originated from the reflection of the important citrus crops—Satsuma Oranges.

Established as an official city in 1984, Orange Beach's primary attractions include sugar-sand beaches, the fearless Gulf of Mexico, three spring-fed lakes, as well as 11 miles of paved paths in the Backcountry Trail. Orange Beach is a city shared by visitors, tourists, and locals alike who find delight in the pleasures of fishing, swimming, canoeing, boating, hiking, cycling, bird watching, and many more opportunities that nature has to offer.

Furthermore, although Orange Beach's history dates back to centuries ago, back in the late 1800s, the destination was still lightly populated. Farmers and fishermen were the primary settlers. Yet, they were also the ones who first got to enjoy the pristine coastal wilderness of Orange Beach. These early pioneers would later give birth to the purpose and significance of the thriving community of today.

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White-Sand Beaches, State Parks, and Trails near Orange Beach, Alabama

Stretching across of 6,150 acres, Gulf State Park is likely one of the top Orange Beach attractions. This area offers an endless list of entertaining activities. For example, these include hiking, tennis, an 18-hole golf course, water skiing, nature programs, and picnic areas. Moreover, the neighboring Gulf State Park's Pier opened on July 23, 2009. However, now as the largest pier in the entire Gulf of Mexico, Gulf State Park's Pier is outstanding for fishing with wheelchair accessible rail fishing as well.

Similarly, the Backcountry Trail System is another great spot for outdoor-lovers. In fact, the Backcountry Trail System is home to six very distinct ecosystems—wet pine flatwoods, live oak maritime forests, coastal dune and swales, longleaf sand ridges, freshwater marshes, and coastal hardwood swamps. Each ecosystem has its own diversity of beautifully intriguing native plants and wildlife. The Backcountry Trail System is a birdwatcher's paradise as well. Specifically, the Gulf Oak Ridge, Twin Bridges, Catman Road, and Rosemary Dunes were named some of the best viewing points by Alabama Coastal Birding Trail.

Of course, plenty of activities exist for vacationers who are not in love with hiking but simply need a break. Try your hand at deep-sea fishing or sample excellent seafood. Or, meet baby kangaroo's and sloths at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo then, end the day with a sunset sail. If you need culture, venture to the Coastal Arts center for various exhibitions and activities. Perhaps you could try glass blowing and pottery? Take a break from your daily routine and book the vacation you deserve in Orange Beach, Alabama.

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