North Baldwin County
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estled among the pine forests, live oaks and Tensaw River Delta you will find the City of Bay Minette along with several surrounding communities that are all full of southern charm. Our communities are steeped in tradition, history and culture with a landscape draped in natural beauty with fascinating wildlife, waterways, swamps and wetlands. North Baldwin County is a must visit destination for any outdoor enthusiast! As the northern gateway to Baldwin County and all of Coastal Alabama, and the county seat, Bay Minette, Alabama is ideally situated within an hour’s drive of
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the city of Mobile, Alabama and just 45 miles north of the white sandy beaches in Gulf Shores, Alabama. With easy access to interstates 10 and 65, you are merely a stone’s throw away from anywhere you could want to be – Bayou? Bay? Beach? City? The features of North Baldwin County extend far beyond the many historical sites to see and explore. Focusing more on the serenity and a growing outdoor adventure tourism trend, often reminding visitors of other places in a uniquely North Baldwin way. The Mobile-Tensaw Delta, mostly protected by the Forever Wild Land Trust and named a National Natural Landmark, is obviously a big part
of who and what North Baldwin is. Deep in the Delta you will find Alabama’s Champion Cypress tree – our version of a big city Skyscraper, along with the Bottle Creek Indian Mounds – remnants of the area’s first settlers, along with floating camping platforms on the Bartram Canoe Trail that can take you to a whole other world! We have a blooming Artist community in and around Bay Minette, and miles of hiking, biking and paddling trails. The beauty that is found in world famous public gardens can be found in our endless fields of wildflowers that blossom throughout the delta; many of which are found in shallow bays and bayous that may only be accessed by canoe or kayak, keeping them protected from the world. Live Oaks dot our landscape, like monuments to another time. All of this is just moments from Downtown Bay Minette where you will find unique shopping and dining, lots of history to explore, and a community ready to welcome you to stay a while and Discover all that North Baldwin has to offer!
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Delta Treasure in Baldwin County’s Back Yard
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ive OakOak Landing, located in Stockton, AL, is the perfect destination for Adventures, Celebrations and simply Enjoying Life. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway for the family, a Corporate Picnic, or your perfect destination wed-
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ding, Live Oak Landing has something to offer everyone. Live Oak is a unique 175 acre parcel owned by Baldwin County, with highway access and half a mile of waterfront, surrounded by County, State and Forever Wild protected land, making up approximately 1,500 acres on the
Eastern side of the Tensaw River. This treasure is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life but still within reasonable driving distance of neighboring towns and cities, making it the perfect retreat for anyone. Live Oak has always been a family friendly environ-
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ment allowing visitors and locals alike to revive themselves amongst the serenity and charm of the delta. While day visits and local community have free access to the recreation area, camping and rental options are available. Recently undergoing a facelift, Live Oak now boasts 28 improved full-hookup campsites with paved padsites and 20 primitive campsites with back country option. All full hookup campsites are large enough for RVs with pullouts. The campground and park feature a modern air-conditioned bath house, general store, laundry facilities, boat ramp, bocce court, horseshoes,
disc golf course, catch and release pond, duck feeding, 4 miles of hiking trails, canoe and kayak rentals, tours and weekly activities. Live Oak also offers rental of their beautiful, newly built pavilion for parties, weddings, family gatherings and more. The pavilion is fairly large, covered and equipped with built in seating and ceiling fans. Aside from what’s offered day to day, Live Oak also hosts or is home to local and large fishing tournaments, disc golf tournaments, live music and holiday parties open to the public. Live Oak continues to grow, as it’s setting provides the perfect stage for Baldwin
County to become a leader in the development of a sustainable tourism concept, benefiting the local community while simultaneously also raising the profile of our County and State. New and creative amenities, activities, lodging and more are currently in the works. It’s calming and serene landscapes are a site to see for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. Bountiful in trees and plants, waddling ducks around the pond, reflective sunsets over the water like you’ve never seen and Spanish moss blowing in the breeze… spend some time here and we’re sure you’ll appreciate the Delta in a way
you never have before. With its location, the landing is the perfect stepping off point for exploring and experiencing North Baldwin County, the Mobile-Tensaw Delta, Coastal Alabama, and the incredible, natural, cultural and historical diversity of the region. Whether you visit for the day or pack the family and plan an adventure, Live Oak beckons you to stop by and create your own delta memories. For more information, events, rates and rentals, visit www.LiveOakAlabama.com, email info@LiveOakAlabama.com or call 251-800-7464.
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