Fall Birding in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores—Post 9/15

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Fall Birding in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores

Birds aren’t the only ones flocking to Coastal Alabama this fall. Bird enthusiasts are right there because Orange Beach and Gulf Shores are a birdwatcher’s dream.

Fall migration brings a vast number and variety of winged beauties, so we have mapped out a few spots for you to visit this season.

Explore 200 miles of birding loops along the coast. Each trail features different species of birds for you to enjoy.

A variety of species, including waterbirds, raptors, songbirds, and other passerines, call this home, at least temporarily. A small observation deck along the Jeff Friend Trail makes a great spot to watch the nearby birds.

Wander freely or follow a trail through approximately 164 acres of maritime forest, dunes, wetlands, marshes, a beach, and a lake. The sanctuary is a favorite stop for neo-tropical migrants.

Connect with nature and the surrounding wildlife by heading to a wildlife preserve or beautiful beach to see which birds have migrated to the area this year.

Alabama is one of the top spots for birding and boasts a wide variety of species for nature lovers to enjoy. Grab your binoculars and explore the trails to admire the precious wildlife of coastal Alabama.