Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Perdido Key

"If you are looking for a campground to stay at Gulf State Park is a great spot!. The location is perfect for exploring all of Gulf Shores plus the campground has a large pool and great bike trails. The Branyon Backcountry Trail System runs right through the park and offers several distinct trails with different ecosystems to explore!"

"Thanks to the paved bike trail system extending outside the park itself, it’s easy to leave the park grounds via Coyote Crossing to get to nearby restaurants along Fort Morgan Blvd, Canal Rd, and Gulf Shores Parkway. Being big fans of diners for a hearty breakfast to start the day, we hit The Diner for breakfast basics, and tried Hazel’s Nook, which was jam-packed with locals for the breakfast buffet. Definitely get the buffet, which includes made-to-order omelets."

"A post shared by Randy Hayden (@therealrandyhayden) on May 16, 2014 at 6:35am PDT. Your trip to Gulf Shores won’t be complete without enjoying the fun of swimming at Gulf Shores Public Beach. Dive in the cool waters of the sea and enjoy swimming with your family and friends when vacationing here."

"The Gulf State Park Pier is a haven for fishing lovers, with 2,448 feet of space to fish. It's the second longest pier on the Gulf of Mexico and the only public pier into the Gulf in the state. Along with fishing, the Pier features an indoor seating area with food concessions and a shopping area to purchase fishing tackle and bait."

"Visiting the Gulf State Park Pier, pictured above, is one ofthe many fun and affordable activities Gulf Shores has to offer."

"Winding its way through 15 miles of diverse ecosystems, Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail captures your imagination around every corner. The trail stretches through Gulf Shores, Gulf State Park and Orange Beach, and is named after Hugh Branyon – a superintendent who managed Gulf State Park for almost 40 years. There is much to see along the trail, with coastal swamps and freshwater marshes which are home to abundant wildlife."

"Established in 2003, Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail invites visitors to witness some of the most breathtaking nature and wildlife Alabama has to offer. Seven trails span over 15 miles and extend through six ecosystems, giving you the chance to witness everything from alligators to butterflies. You can find an extensive network of trails, ranging from simple flat terrain paths to wild romps into boar territory."

"At the Forest Pavilion, we noticed a “National Recreational Trail” sign. For the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail, this is a fitting designation. Never before have we seen such habitat and geologic diversity on a single bike trail network on a single piece of public land."

"Located in the Community Maritime Park, Admiral Fetterman Field is where you will find sports enthusiasts having the time of their lives!. It’s a multi-use stadium, used for football, soccer, special events and more importantly, baseball. Its official name was given in 2015, to honour the late Admiral Jack Fetterman, who had an important role in the development of this beautiful Park."

"Take a walk through Fort Barrancas and experience military history first-hand. Built in 1844, Fort Barrancas was used during the Civil War by Confederate soldiers who were fighting against Union forces camped at Fort Pickens. A self-guided tour map is available to download, and you can explore the fort and stand where cannons were once fired so long ago."

"A longer pier extending well into the gulf waters, Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier makes a gorgeous stop at any time of day, but it’s particularly enthralling at sunrise and sunset. Visitors come to the pier year-round to see what marine life they can spot in the waters along the edge; manta rays, sea turtles, sharks, and a slew of fish are regulars around the pier’s supports. You’ll pay about a dollar to gain admission, but it’s well worth the pocket change for a clean, well-maintained pier offering such attractive views of the Gulf–especially at sunset."

"Want to get truly up close and personal with the powerful Gulf Coast?. A day spent by the Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier is in order!. Stretching over a quarter mile into the Gulf, this massive piers allows plenty of access for fishing and strolling, for a small fee."

"This lovely small park near downtown is one of the best places to take pictures in Pensacola. Seville Square is a picture-perfect park located in historic downtown Pensacola, with a history dating back to 1752. Surrounded by historic buildings, this park combines both history and nature in the most photogenic way."

"Culver’s® is a family-favorite restaurant known for cooked-to-order ButterBurgers, handcrafted Fresh Frozen Custard and Wisconsin Cheese Curds. Welcome to delicious®."

"The staff are friendly, dine in area is clean and music is eclectic. We tried a little of everything in our party of ..."

"Cookies and cupcakes are always fresh at A-Specialty Bakery and Party Shoppe!. Along with smaller scrumptious pastries, this Gulf Shores bakery specializes in made-to-order cakes. Planning a birthday or anniversary celebration while your family vacations at one of our beautiful homes?"

"Menu was limited with no entree salads as the kitchen worker quit. Staff replacement remains a problem…..free money remains a hinderance."

"https://www.the5barrel.com/ Located on Palafox Street in Downtown Pensacola, The 5 Barrel offers many different craft beer options on their menu. Enjoy their beer with in-house appetizers and live music. They also offer a weekly trivia night every Thursday."