Alabama is home to a variety of trails, most of which are used for walking, jogging, hiking, biking and horseback riding. The Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail, located within the heart of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, is a multi-use trail system that offers more than 15 miles of seven incredible trails.
Backcountrytrail.com The names of these seven trails are Catman Road, Cotton Bayou, Coyote Crossing, Gulf Oak Ridge, Rattlesnake Ridge, Rosemary Dunes and Twin Bridges. While exploring these trails, you’ll experience tranquility and beautiful scenery.
BackcountryTrail.com In addition to seven incredible trails, the Backcountry Trail is also home to the following six ecosystems: live oak maritime forests, coastal dune and swales, wet pine flatwoods, freshwater marshes, longleaf sand ridges and coastal hardwood swamps. Pictured: White-topped Pitcher Plants
For an up-close look at the Backcountry Trail’s new Primitive Outpost Campsites, check out the video below. What an AMAZING camping experience!
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The names of these seven trails are Catman Road, Cotton Bayou, Coyote Crossing, Gulf Oak Ridge, Rattlesnake Ridge, Rosemary Dunes and Twin Bridges. While exploring these trails, you’ll experience tranquility and beautiful scenery.
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In addition to seven incredible trails, the Backcountry Trail is also home to the following six ecosystems: live oak maritime forests, coastal dune and swales, wet pine flatwoods, freshwater marshes, longleaf sand ridges and coastal hardwood swamps. Pictured: White-topped Pitcher Plants
As you make your way through the Backcountry Trail, here are a few examples of wildlife you might encounter:
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If you’re planning to bring along the kids, you’re in luck. Kids absolutely LOVE the Backcountry Trail’s Boulder Park! Check out the video below to see why.
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facebook/Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail And finally, you can’t leave the Backcountry Trail without first taking a stroll through the Butterfly Garden. You’ll be amazed the moment you see all of the butterflies fluttering around the brightly-colored flowers. So beautiful and peaceful!
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As you can see, the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail is a must visit for so many reasons. Have you ever experienced the Backcountry Trail? If so, what did you think? Share your thoughts with us!
And finally, you can’t leave the Backcountry Trail without first taking a stroll through the Butterfly Garden. You’ll be amazed the moment you see all of the butterflies fluttering around the brightly-colored flowers. So beautiful and peaceful!
For additional information, including rates, be sure to check out the Backcountry Trail website.
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