Family Fun in Gulf Shores/Orange Beach

In no way are we trying to deny the seriousness of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. But for those of you coming to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach in the coming days and weeks, we want to remind you of the many wonderful family attractions in our area.

While crews work to protect our coastline, we hope that you will visit with the animals at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, challenge each other to a round of mini-golf, soar high on the Ferris wheel, race in go-carts, and splash at area water parks.

For more information on attractions and updates on the oil spill, please visit www.GulfShores.com or www.OrangeBeach.com.

Adventure Island
24559 Perdido Beach Boulevard - Orange Beach
(251) 974-1500 www.adventure-island.com
Mini-golf, bumper boats, simulators paddle boats, super and kiddie go-kart tracks, 100 arcade games and Laser tag. See the Volcano erupt nightly!

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
1204 Gulf Shores Parkway - Gulf Shores
(251) 968-5731 www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.org
Explore the natural habitats of more than 400 animals. Elevated viewing decks offer close-up viewing of everything from alligators to wallabies, plus Reptile House, Aviary, Petting Zoo, Gift Shop, Concessions, shaded picnic area.

Alligator Alley
19950 County Road 71 - Summerdale
(251) 946-BITE (2483) www.gatoralleyfarm.com
See over 150 alligators in their natural environment with an opportunity to feed them! Meet Captain Crunch, the world record holder for bite strength-he's over 13 feet long! Enjoy bird watching and a Giant Snake Safari. Seasonal feeding times: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Ferris Wheel at The Wharf
4985 Wharf Parkway - Orange Beach
(251) 224-1000 Toll Free: (877) 942-7325 www.thewharfal.com
The Southeast’s tallest Ferris Wheel at The Wharf. Open Monday through Saturday from 10am-10pm and Sunday from 1pm-8pm. Tickets are $4.00 each.

Lakewood Stables
15523 Lillie Lane - Summerdale
(251) 945-6711
Trail rides, Group parties, Riding lessons

Oak Hollow Farm
14210 Greeno Road - Fairhope
(251) 928-4840 Toll Free: (877) OAKHOLLOW www.oakhollowfarm.net
Open six days a week by appointment. One hour guided horseback rides on a 300 acre scenic farm. Nature trails, group hayrides, horseshoes, playground.

Pirates Island Adventure Golf
3201 Gulf Shores Parkway - Gulf Shores
(251) 968-4653 www.piratesislandgolf.com
Two 18-hole courses among waterfalls, caves, tropical plants, a pirate ship and sea fog.

Sea Horse Stables
14537 State Highway 59 - Foley
(251) 971- RIDE (7433)
Trail rides, Pony rides, Birthday parties, and Riding lessons.

Shrimpy's Mini Golf & Arcade
204 East 2nd Avenue - Gulf Shores
(251) 948-6464
18 hole mini-golf with arcade inside. Candy, chips, ice cream and sodas available. Fun for the whole family!

The Track Recreation Center
3200 Gulf Shores Parkway - Gulf Shores
(251) 968-8111 www.gulfshorestrack.com
Go-karts, bumper boats, Kids Kountry, arcade, mini-golf, skycoaster, and refreshment center.

The Water Plunge at The Wharf
www.thewharfal.com
The Wharf is pleased to announce our newest attraction for kids of all ages - The Hippo, the world's largest water slide. This new attraction is for all ages, if you dare to slide down it! The Hippo® measures 36 ft. high, 47 ft. wide and 175 ft. in length. Ticket prices are as follows and can be bought at The Marina Store or the Ferris Wheel booth. $4.00 per person.

The Wharf Adventure Zone
4985 Wharf Parkway - Orange Beach
(850) 376-8888
Includes an 800 foot long zip line and a 32 foot tall ropes course. The Wharf Adventure Zone is a part of Recreation Solution, Inc., a company dedicated to offering the latest in safe, family recreation. Zip Line - $18.00 Ropes Course- $12.00 Both Zip Line and Ropes Course- $25.00.

Wales West Light Railway & Family Fun Park
13670 Smiley Street - Silverhill
(888) 569-5337 www.waleswest.com
Passengers are treated to unique views as the trains travel for a mile past Victorian style buildings, a 4-acre lake, fields, gardens, playgrounds, woods, and wetlands.

Waterville USA
906 Gulf Shores Parkway - Gulf Shores
(251) 948-2106 www.watervilleusa.com
The ultimate in family fun, is a 20 acre Water Park and Amusement Park located in the beach resort community. Amusement park opens March 5th. Waterpark opens May 14 on weekends only and every day after May 28th.

For more information on attractions and updates on the oil spill, please visit www.GulfShores.com or www.OrangeBeach.com.

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