Dorrough, now the head superintendent at Gulf Shores Golf Club after stints as an assistant at Kiva Dunes and Craft Farms. Fun for the Whole Family New attractions are constantly being added to the fun at Gulf Shores. The Gulf Shores State Park has 6,150 acres creating a haven for hikers, cyclists and Segway tours. The Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail spans all of the park’s 28 miles and connects both Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. There’s also a nature center, over two miles of uninterrupted pristine beachfront and a lodge, the 350-room Hilton hotel that was rebuilt in 2018, featuring the Perch Restaurant. Our favorite dinner spot was Big Fish, a great place featuring seafood and a sushi bar but steak, pasta and sandwiches are also available. Lucy Buffett, Jimmy Buffet’s sister and piano player, owns LuLu’s restaurant featuring great food along with live music, a fun arcade, three-story climbing ropes course and children’s activities. Sassy Bass Cookout Tiki Bar has a somewhat hidden location between Kiva Dunes and Peninsula but the food, served in hot iron skillets, was delicious in addition to having a unique presentation. And then there’s the sprawling FloraBama Yacht Club with its world-famous FloraBama Lounge, Package & Oyster Bar, as well as open-air waterfront dining. This legendary entertainment center near Orange Beach appeals to all ages with music, interesting decor and numerous bars. The Flora-Bama remains a must visit no matter the duration of your stay in the Gulf Shores-Orange Beach area. On rainy days there is miniature indoor golf, at the glow-in-the-dark Jurassic dinosaur adventure. It has a unique 5,000 square foot prehistoric setting and was a nice diversion for even the most serious golfers in our group. We really enjoyed the relaxing two-hour sunset cruise on Sail Wild Hearts’ 53-foot open-ocean catamaran. To plan your family vacation to Gulf Shores visit: gulfshores.com.
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