Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge Recreate among endangered species and migratory birds. Over 4,000 acres of beach dunes, scrub dunes, fresh water marsh, salt water marsh, and Maritime forest make up the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge just west of Gulf Shores. This coastal Refuge is part of the Central Gulf Ecosystem Unit and provides refuge for the endangered loggerhead sea turtle, the endangered American alligator, and the rare gopher tortoise. Part of the migration route of the monarch butterfly, the Refuge is also known for its more than 120 species of birds - making it a paradise for bird watchers. Along with birding, the refuge offers opportunities for hiking, swimming, photography, collecting sea shells, and boating.
Fishermen enjoy both fresh and saltwater fishing.
Chattahoochee State Park Enjoy the outdoors along the historic Chattahoochee River. Thirty miles southeast of Dothan, in the far southeast corner of Alabama, is Chattahoochee State Park. This 596-acre scenic park takes its name from the nearby Chattahoochee River. The park rents non-motorized boats for those wishing to boat or fish on the park lake or in the river. Hikers may enjoy eight different trails covering seven miles of wilderness.