Park & nature
Bon Secour River
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The Bon Secour River meanders through coastal Alabama, offering a serene escape for nature lovers. Kayakers and canoeists can explore its gentle currents, passing beneath a canopy of cypress and tupelo trees while spotting herons, ospreys, and perhaps even alligators. The river is also a popular spot for fishing, with redfish and speckled trout in its brackish waters. Its undeveloped banks provide a true wilderness experience just minutes from Gulf Shores.
Don't miss
- Kayak or canoe through cypress-lined waterways
- Fish for redfish and speckled trout in brackish waters
- Spot wildlife including herons, ospreys, and alligators
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Bon Secour River
You can explore Bon Secour River at your own pace. A tour is worth it mainly for transport, or for pairing it with nearby sights in one day.
Cheapest way inGulf Shores stand up paddle boarding lesson and tour5★ · 12 travelers~1 hourFrom$59 per personSee dates →
Most bookedSegway Guided Eco Tour through Gulf State Park4.7★ · 11 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$94 per personSee dates →Getting there
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