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Gulf Shores Autumn Guide

Finding time to get out of town and enjoy a trip to Gulf Shores is always exciting. Those heading here in the Gulf Shores autumn season will find there are a variety of activities and attractions to check out that make for a one-of-a-kind stay! The following are just a few you’re going to want to be sure to add to your itinerary the next time travel plans bring you this way in the name of autumn fun!

Enjoy Golfing During Gulf Shores Autumn

When fall is in full swing, a trip to Gulf Shores is one that should definitely come with some quality time on the golf course! Whether you’re an expert golfer or you’re excited to try the sport for the first time, there are a variety of courses in and around Gulf Shores that make it simple to customize your experience on the greens. Fall in Gulf Shores is notoriously comfortable, making this a great time of year to soak up the sun from the fairways. Many of the courses in this area pair a good challenge with spectacular terrain making it easy for golfers to turn a single tee time into several days of booked fun. While you’re here be sure to check out Gulf Shores favorite stops like The Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club, Kiva Dunes Golf Course, ONE Club Golf, and the Gulf Shores Golf Club just to name a few. Nearby Orange Beach is also home to the Orange Beach Golf Center & Driving Range for those looking to perfect their long game this fall.

Head Over to The Track with the Entire Family

If your fall trip to Gulf Shores is happening alongside the entire family, making a stop at The Track is a must! Located at 3200 Gulf Shores Parkway, this family-entertainment stop is open daily from 11:00 am until 9:00 pm. A visit to this outdoor amusement park is a chance for guests to enjoy everything from roller coasters and arcade games to bumper boats too. Of course, the highlight of a trip this way is time racing on the go-kart tracks at thrilling speeds! It’s an elevated day of fun that’s sure to have something for everyone in your traveling crew to enjoy.

Kayak Your Way Through an Autumn Stay

Travelers with their sights set on a fall journey to Gulf Shores and a passion for wildlife intact will want to be sure to set aside some well-earned time kayaking their way through a stay. Gulf Shores is a gorgeous destination for exploring the many waterways which also work as vital habitats for a variety of creatures too. Booking a kayaking tour or renting a kayak and setting out on your own are both great options when you’re looking to get into nature this fall. Wild Native Tours in Gulf Shores offers up comprehensive kayaking tour packages while GO Go Kayaks and more is a premier provider of kayak rentals in the area. If you opt for the kayak tour route, you’re likely to see everything from dolphins and turtles to a variety of shorebirds along the way.

Check Out the Pumpkin Patch Express

When family fun is top of mind this fall and you find yourself in Gulf Shores around October, making the most of The Pumpkin Patch Express is bound to please. This seasonal event happens at Wales West in nearby Silverhill which doubles as a campsite and kid’s theme park this time of year. The Pumpkin Patch Express offers guests the chance to enjoy an authentic steam train ride to a haunted barn, corn maze, and pumpkin patch. The train runs on weekends through October. Rides between 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm head to the pumpkin patch and a ride comes with a free pumpkin included. Train rides between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm are considered Scary Night Train tours and are geared towards older kids and adults. A visit to Wales West for a train ride can also include refreshments, a bounce house, and hay rides this time of year.

Enjoy Movies at Meyer Park

The great fall weather across Gulf Shores makes Movies at Meyer Park that much more exciting when a fall trip is on your calendar. In 2022, these outdoor movie showings will happen on October 27th, November 10th, and December 15th. Meyer Park is located at 400 E. 22nd Avenue and movies begin at 6:00 pm. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks to make the most of the fall movie fun in good company.

Book Your Gulf Shores Fall Getaway Today

There’s no reason to wait when you’re ready to make the most of Gulf Shores autumn fun! Reach out to the team at Poole & Associates today to learn more about our incredible vacation rentals in this area and how we can help you elevate your experience from start to finish.

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