We had so much fun at Dinos in the Woods in Elberta! The dinosaur hunt was a great adventure for…read moreour family. We found all four dinosaurs--two are hidden in the woods, and one is on the other side of the road, which made the search even more exciting. Definitely get out of the car and walk up to the dinosaurs. Pictures don't do them justice, and it's much more fun to see them up close. The trails were easy to explore, and it was a great way to get outside and enjoy nature while keeping the kids engaged. Be sure to keep your eyes open because some of the dinosaurs are well hidden! Definitely worth the stop if you're in the area and looking for a fun, free family activity.

Ok well this place is super cool. We drove from place to place, I would love the know the LORE. Was…read morea fun free adventure for the day. Bonus points if you geocache! There's tons along this route!

What was once a sleepy little town off of Interstate 10, Loxley, Alabama continues to grow. It is…read moreby no means a huge metropolitan, but it certainly is growing, as is this whole area of Alabama. Loxley, Alabama is a nice place to visit and I enjoyed my time here. It is just off of Interstate 10, so if you are in the area, come check it out.

Very cool pit stop in way to Elberta sausage fest. I don't…read moreknow if I'll ever get to the actual one so this was perfect

Just moved to Foley recently and came across this place on my google map. We took the quick 16…read moreminute drive and found it pretty easily. Parking is just a gravel patch that can fit maybe 4 cars. Luckily there was a car parked there, or We would have missed it and had to turn around. It was really weird turning the corner on the little path and seeing this in the big grass opening. Nothing what I expected. Also, made of fiberglass, so that was a little weird. It was a little sad to see that they had to cover up some graffiti on a few "stones". My partner has been to the real Stonehenge and said he was pretty impressed with this little replica in the middle of the woods in Alabama, haha. Made for a nice little outing, to see this and then hunt down the dinosaurs, the Knights, the Sundial ( which you can't get close to, it's fenced off ) finishing with the Lady in the Marina. She was a sight! If you have nothing to do and need a few hours to get in and out of the car for some pictures, it's a fun little treasure hunt. I think kids would get a kick out of it. I plan to take my niece ( 6 ) and nephew ( 3 ) when they come visit us. They would really get a kick out of the search!

Unique, but quite a drive out there…read more Facility and grounds are beautiful, but not sure it's worth the 20 mile drive from Orange Beach.

Lady in the Lake was damaged during hurricane Sally in September 2020, but her creator was able to…read moresalvage the pieces and put her back together. It was originally in January 2012, fiberglass sculptor Mark Cline received a phone call from an employee of George Barber, a billionaire art patron. "Mr. Barber," said the voice, "is interested in you building a fifty-foot woman." So it happened, a fiberglass floating woman was born, but it's essentially just her head and knees but this lady would be taller than the Statue of Liberty if she were a full standing figure. She began life as the "Lady in the Lake" in Leeds but was moved to Barber's Elberta property several ago and is now 10 years old. The good news is she's all repaired and will be returning to her watery home at Barber Marina any day now. So, what some other things to see while you're on your way to Barber Marina? Well, there's a fiberglass Stonehenge replica, which is located in the woods by the road, and an assortment of other artworks by Cline including four dinosaurs, a T-rex, brontosaurus, stegosaurus and triceratops. Those sculptures weren't damaged by the hurricane because they are located farther inland and sheltered by woods. There's a few other surprises like a beautiful marble fountain, a giant metal spider and more :-) There's not much else out there because this is way out in the woods BUT you're not far from Pirates Cove, home if THE cheeseburger in paradise (see that review for details) and it's a great place for a cold one and, of course, a darned good burger on the sandy beach by the bay, don't miss that! Directions: Drive US-98 either eight miles east of Foley, Alabama, or 21 miles west of downtown Pensacola, Florida. Turn south onto County Rd 95. Drive 5 miles. Turn right onto Fish Trap Rd. Drive a 1/2 mile. Turn left at the Barber Marina sign. Drive 2.5 miles to the Barber Marina. Drive halfway around the traffic circle, then park in the lot as close to the water as you can. You'll see the Lady floating out toward the end of the dock; you can walk out to her. Bottom line: It's not everyone's cup of tea, but I thin it's cool. https://facebook.com/ElbertaDinos/

It was hard to find, and there was no clear path, so you were searching for them, and walking on an…read moreunkempt and overgrown land. Cool once you found it, which is the reason for three stars.

If you are heading out to the Barber Marina, you might as well see these Knights In The Woods! One…read moreknight has seen better days. It is missing most of his right arm. These guys are life-sized, yet they are hidden in plain sight! I didn't realize there are four knights out here. I only saw two. I don't know if you are really allowed to park on Harpoon Dr or not, but it's easiest to access the knights if you park just off to the side of that road. Otherwise, there is a parking lot with easy access to the knights. The path wasn't obstructed by brush when I went from the parking lot. Good thing there are other sights you can visit while you're out here. On your way in on Barber Parkway, you will pass the Dinosaurs In The Woods, Bamahenge and a Giant Sundial. In the Marina sometimes sits a Lady In The Bay. Some are a little hidden, but if you know to look for them, you can find them! Everything is free to enjoy as long as you can find them! Be sure to check out the gorgeous large fountain at the roundabout.

The City of Mobile, Alabama is an amazing place filled with great culinary destinations, historical…read moreplaces, a vibrant downtown and much more. In case you are unaware, the first Mardi Gras here in the United States was not in New Orleans, Louisiana, but rather here in Mobile, Alabama. Mardi Gras is still celebrated here yearly and I personally am a huge fan. The Mardi Gras celebration is centered around Joe Cain, the man who brought Mardi Gras to the United States. The Sunday before Fat Tuesday, there is a celebration in honor of Joe Cain complete with the Joe Cain Procession (it is never called a parade). Joe Cain's "merry widows" gather at Joe Cain's grave at the Church Street Graveyard to lay a wreath at Joe Cain's grave. These "widows" are dressed in black for mourning and it is an impressive way to start Mardi Gras in Mobile, Alabama. The food in Mobile is amazing, as well. You can taste the cajun influence in the food. Mobile, Alabama has been called the "Paris of the South" and this vibrant, hip city does meet up to that comparison. I look forward to my visits to Mobile, Alabama. If you find yourself in this great city,I would recommend that you visit Church Street Graveyard to pay your respects to Joe Cain, enjoy a fantastic po' boy or another cajun dish, and go check out the Gulf of Mexico. I would also check out Dauphin Street, which is the hip part of downtown. I give Mobile, Alabama an overall rating of five stars and I would definitely recommend a visit to Mobile, Alabama.

Ah, yes! What can I say about the city of Mobile? I like to think of Mobile as a somewhat…read moresleepy-town, on the brink of a major awakening-- when the sleeping pill wears off. The location and real estate potential is off the charts. And while other cities (even its neighbors-- Biloxi, Orange Beach/Gulfshores) might've run wild with the possibilities in a New York second, I believe Mobile has a certain "slow and steady wins the race" trajectory. Not too much, not too fast-- not sure if that's good or bad! I am banking on the fact that in my short time here, I've seen many things being added to the city of Mobile. They've got bike rentals, a new pedal tour, a walking foodie tour, great museums, great restaurants, Mardi Gras (the first in the USA) season and parades galore on their side, many new businesses being added, Carnival Cruise Lines, a growing art walk and cultural scene, etc. Again, there's a lot to do (if you're in the know) and so much potential here to be seized and capitalized on.

The Bon Secour River originates in the City of Foley, AL, and flows southwesterly into Bon Secour…read moreBay, the Intracoastal Waterway, and Oyster Bay in Gulf Shores. Commercial shrimp boats ply the river and use Bon Secour as a base from which they travel all over the Gulf of Mexico. My little vacation house is on this river and directly across one of the area's thriving shrimp businesses, and my pier faces Aquliia Seafood. This is where I enjoy the annual Bon Secour River Mardis Gras Parade. We've been making it into a small party for friends while we wait for the arrival of the boats coming down the river who motor over to our pier and toss out various treats. There are beads, toys and figurines, doubloons, footballs, plastic cups, the highly coveted moon pies, and more. #FUN Sadly I cannot relay much about the origins of this parade as the folks who started it a long gone and no one seems to have any details but fortunately for us the people who come out with their boats and goodies continue to give their time, and goodies to spread the joy every Mardi Gras season. Bottom line: It's in my back yard and each year I look forward to the boats adorned in vibrant colors, tossing beads, and cruising the waterways, all while celebrating the festive spirit of Mardi Gras! https://www.facebook.com/groups/504285410496763/

Mobile's got some great street art! From murals of Johnny Cash, Prince, Michael Jackson, to the 27…read moreClub and Muhammad Ali-- the range is epic on Dauphin Street. Don't miss the "We Love Mobile" mural in the outdoor seating area of Brickyard! It's pretty cute. The new "Mobile" mural on the side of Post is creeping up there to the spot of my new favorite local art, but we'll see!