Nearby attractions

Events in Alabama

Discover the best of the Alabama Gulf Coast just minutes from Bay Palms RV Resort in Coden, AL. From world-class fishing near Dauphin Island to scenic beaches, local seafood spots, and outdoor adventures along Mobile Bay, there’s no shortage of things to see and do nearby. Whether you’re planning a relaxing coastal getaway or an activity-filled stay, explore the top nearby attractions that make Bay Palms the perfect home base for your Alabama Gulf Coast vacation.

Upcoming events
and Festivals

Bayfront Park

After extensive renovations, Bayfront Park has reopened, offering amenities such as a large pocket beach, boardwalk, playground, and picnic areas.

15961 Dauphin Island Parkway, Coden, AL

Town of Daulphin Island

Check the upcoming events in Dauphin Island.

SOMO (South Mobile County)

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Gulf Shores Events

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places to visit
in alabama

Bellingrath Gardens and Home

Serene setting for acres of flowers, waterfalls & a 1930s home housing a porcelain collection.

Indian Shell Mound Park

Subtropical island park known for its prehistoric shell mounds, abundant birdlife & ancient trees.

History Museum of Mobile

Museum featuring local-history exhibits in a 19th-century Italianate city hall & marketplace.

Mardi Gras Park

Located at the site of the old Mobile County Courthouse at Government Street and Royal Street, Mardi Gras Park commemorates the city’s standing as the host of the first Mardi Gras celebration in the United States.

Historic Fort Gaines

Fort Gaines, located at Dauphin Island along Mobile Bay, was a crucial site for the south during the civil war. The well-preserved ramparts of Fort Gaines have guarded the entrance to Mobile Bay for more than 150 years.

Downtown Mobile

The twelfth busiest port in the country, Mobile is the social, economic and creative hub of the entire Gulf Coast – our colorful downtown has drawn people for centuries.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi

Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, this upscale, rock ’n’ roll-themed hotel is a mile from both Biloxi Lighthouse and the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum Of Art.

Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab

Hands-on exhibits showcasing the 4 key habitats of coastal Alabama as part of the Dauphin Sea Lab.