Cool mural that shows some hometown pride. The mural is on the side of Alga Beer Company and…read moredefinitely brightens up the neighborhood.

Pretty postcard mural. Easy to park and take pictures. It's on a corner near a food truck stand…read more Didn't get to try that, but maybe next time. Down the street is East Hill which seems to be a really nice part of Pensacola. Beautiful cathedral, trees and homes. Worth a look after visiting the postcard wall.

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/

Relax on Orange Beach's beautifully landscaped boardwalk along the wall perfect for enjoying the…read morewaterside view for boat watching, fishing, & sunsets. If you're hungry, feel free to walk on over & catch a bite at orange beach's premiere beachside restaurant The Gulf & Seize the day. After a few years of being an eyesore and left to deteriorate, me and my family are finally glad to enjoy this beautifully improved and restored boardwalk. With plenty of bench seating available, we were able to enjoy the many sites that are offered on this boardwalk along the wall. The city of Orange Beach has done an excellent job with the landscaping adding some beautiful palm trees seagrasses & lighting that make this an awesome sight after watching beautiful sunsets which I have enjoyed many here throughout the summer before catching a bite at The Gulf. Which I have reviewed back in July this year. Locals and tourists who are fishing enthusiasts enjoy this spot for the variety of fish they catch like flounder and redfish, just to name a couple. If you also love shrimping you're in luck as there's a big shrimp run along here & people cast nets to fill coolers full of that fresh delicious catch. Whether you're a tourist who loves the sights offered here or an angler that's looking to catch the big one this spot is yours to enjoy. Be sure to like on FB & tell a friend. Perdido pass https://www.facebook.com/Perdido-Pass-Orange-Beach-Al-785508528246429/ The Gulf https://www.facebook.com/thegulfal/ Join this group for fishing happenings along the Perdido Pass Boardwalk. https://www.facebook.com/groups/100528992808/?ref=share

6/18/20 My daughter (Catherine H. - Pittsburgh) was swimming with my son (Matt O. - Pittsburgh)…read morespring into action. A man had floated off Bird Island lost his float noodle and was clinging to a nearby lady swimmer and both were screaming for help. The lady swimmer was yelling that she couldn't move or hold him up and the man was simply yelling "help" repeatedly. It quicky became a tense situation but my daughter very quickly started swimming back to our boat, called for a life preserver and then began swimming back out to the pair of swimmers in distress. It was just a week ago that three swimmers with flotation devices were swept out of the pass by the current. Only one of those people was saved by a passing boat, the other two bodies washed ashore 10+ miles away the following day, very tragic. The red flags (warning about currents & conditions) were flying across the entire area then as they were today and must always be respected. While the area we were in was several yards northeast of the narrow boating channel and into the inlet just off "Bird Island" l, where we put our pontoon boat onto the sandy beach, the current was surprisingly strong. Both Matt & Catherine had already discovered that, even here, they were being pulled away from the shore and that the further they swam or floated away from the beach, and more into the deeper water. My daughter's actions were quick and decisive and I am very proud of her brave response, and of course, the man in trouble was very grateful to my daughter once he made it to shore. Note: Perdido Pass is a place where the intercoastal waterway (ICW) and large areas where the rivers and Bays flow through a very narrow channel into the Gulf of Mexico. The current in that channel can be deceptively string on a calm day but when rip currents are present it's very serious and potentially deadly. Bottom one: While the pass is a beautiful area the waters here, like everywhere, can be dangerous and the warnings should be respected always. This was a happy ending!

On an unassuming corner located at N. Tarragona Street and Wright Street sits a historical marker…read moreto place a connection to Pensacola not only to the Spanish-American War, but to one if the great presidents of the United States of America. It was here in Pensacola on June 1, 1898 that Colonel Theodore Roosevelt and his Rough Riders met. The six railroad cars were filled with men, horses and supply from the 1st United States Volunteer Cavalry. From here, a month later that the Rough Riders would take San Juan Hill in Cuba. The city of Pensacola has an amazing history and this is just one more amazing example.

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/

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!

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.

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!